Welcome to Sahel Public Diplomacy Centre
Our Theory of Change
Our Context Sensitive SDGs framework bridges the gap between the universal goals of the SDGs and Africa’s specific needs…
By aligning global development targets with local realities, we address the common misalignment between the SDGs and African communities’ lived experiences.
Through public diplomacy, we facilitate dialogue and partnerships that ensure development efforts are locally relevant and sustainable. Our approach empowers African voices to lead SDG implementation by connecting their traditions, values, and aspirations to global development goals.
We place a strong emphasis on community capacity-building and engagement, particularly with marginalized groups and individuals…
By working closely with these often-underrepresented populations, we help empower them to actively participate in shaping their futures, ensuring their voices are heard and their needs are met. Our approach is inclusive, recognizing the unique challenges faced by these communities and providing tailored support to foster resilience, agency, and sustainable development.
Our long-standing relationships with grassroots organizations, local leaders, and regional networks enable us to create shared values and common ground, fostering harmony between universal principles and local cultural values. We work to bridge the gap between global goals such as human rights, equity, and sustainability, and the unique traditions, customs, and priorities of African communities. This balance ensures that our partners’ efforts resonate deeply within the communities they engage with, creating a foundation for mutual respect and long-term collaboration.
By integrating local expertise with global best practices, we ensure that our partners’ initiatives are both culturally relevant and impactful. Our focus on capacity-building extends beyond short-term projects, aiming to equip communities with the skills and knowledge necessary to sustain progress on their own. This promotes not only immediate success but also the lasting empowerment of individuals and communities.
Through our strategic guidance, we help our partners foster inclusive, equitable development, where even the most marginalized groups are brought into the fold, contributing to stronger, more harmonious societies. Ultimately, we strive to create a positive, long-term transformation in Africa’s political, social, and economic landscapes, aligning local aspirations with global values to build thriving, resilient communities.