Скачать или смотреть NextGen The Role of Research & Youth in Transforming Artisanal Mining – WiM-Africa × CISR Summit

Welcome to the official recording of the WiM-Africa × CISR Nigeria collaborative research dialogue, themed:
"The Role of Research and Youth in the Support and Transformation of Artisanal Mining."

This sessions brought together top researchers, youth leaders, policy advocates and mining professionals to discuss how research, data, innovation and partnerships can drive real transformation in Africa’s artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM) sector.

📌 Key Discussion Highlights
The role of structured research in ASM development
Comparison of ASM models across continents (incl. USA examples)
Funding research – how to access grants & research financing
Socio-economic realities in mining host communities
Youth as research partners & knowledge producers
Research questions that can guide donor funding
How WiM-Africa’s 7-Point Program Agenda (7PPA) integrates research
Partnership between WiM-Africa & CISR Nigeria for evidence-based solutions

🎙 Speakers Featured
Dr. Comfort Asokoro-Ogaji – Executive Director, WiM-Africa
Dr. Ahmed Wada Ikaka – National Chairman, CISR Nigeria
Dr. Olukemi Akinmusire – Vice Chairman II / Chapter Coordinator
Prof Princewill Inyang – President, CISR Nigeria
Dr. Victoria Okon – Registrar CISR / Programs Lead
Dr. Adeyemi Apatira – Membership & Outreach Officer
Esther Akinmusire – Student Leader | Dean’s Roll of Honour
Mofiyinoluwa Adedipe – Social Impact Advocate
David Akinmusire – Senior Youth Advocate

💡 Quotes from the Event
"Knowledge becomes capital when research is structured, funded and shared."
"Partnership is the bridge between data and development."

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