Launch of Massive Online Open Course on Policy Making in the African Union
Organised by the Data for Governance Alliance
Date and time
Location
Online
Agenda
10:00 AM - 10:05 AM
Welcome and opening remarks
10:05 AM - 10:15 AM
Keynote address: The power of informed policy engagement in Africa
10:15 AM - 10:35 AM
Overview of the MOOC: Purpose, content, target audience and live demo
10:35 AM - 10:45 AM
Reflections: How this MOOC can transform our work
10:45 AM - 10:50 AM
Open Q&A
Closing remarks and call to action
About this event
- Event lasts 1 hour
Background:
The African Union (AU) has long championed the principle of “African Solutions to African Problems.” However, limited public access to AU policy processes and institutions continues to hinder inclusive, responsive, and informed governance across the continent. The Data for Governance Alliance is proud to launch a transformative, free Massive Online
Open Course (MOOC) designed to fill this gap.
Titled “African Solutions to African Problems,” this MOOC equips African policy actors, including civil society organisations, parliamentarians, government officials, diplomats, researchers, journalists, and educators, with the knowledge, tools, and strategies to effectively engage in and influence African Union policy-making processes. It offers a unique opportunity to democratise access to AU policy knowledge and build continental capacity for meaningful participation.
Objective of the Webinar:
To officially launch the MOOC and introduce stakeholders to its content, objectives, and intended impact on African policy engagement and governance.
Expected Outcomes:
· Increased awareness and visibility of the MOOC
· Stakeholder commitment to share, enroll in, and use the course
· Stronger networks for collaboration on AU policy-related work