In the latest episode of the podcast series “Shifting the Power – Global Voices Rising,” Akmal Ali, representing PIANGO, a Forus member with over 30 years of experience empowering NGOs and the civil society sector across 24 Pacific countries and territories. He stresses the significance of localization and unity in empowering local communities to decide their own needs. Money plays a crucial role in global power dynamics, challenging the notion of true independence. Localization, especially in humanitarian efforts, involves direct engagement with affected communities during crises. Achieving a power shift requires a multistakeholder approach with equal representation. Akmal Ali stresses that to avoid setbacks and better prioritize resources in the era of localization, CS need to rethink their approaches and implement preventive measures. Listen to the podcast here.
Source: PIANGO