Angola Chapter

The Angola chapter aims to foster collaboration among local hubs in Luanda, Cabinda, and Huambo to build a strong community of social innovators and entrepreneurs. It will promote Lusophone African representation in CatalystNow initiatives and deepen ties with members in Brazil and Portugal. The chapter will also lead national advocacy and partner with key stakeholders to strengthen the sector.

Year of the lanuch

2024

Collaborations chair(s)

MANASIA FUTA

Ananias Cassinda

Contact person

Hugo Bordas

Number of members

Emanuel Dos Santos, Mateus Liberal, Ísis Conceição de Carvalho Henrique, KALENGA SOLUNGA, Ananias Cassinda, Afonso Neves, Ana Jacira Facada S. Xiandi, MANASIA FUTA, VALDEMAR LUQUELA, Justina Salundilili, Manuel António, Hugo Bordas

Engagement with Government

No

Engagement with Private sector

No

Chairs

MANASIA FUTA

 Angola

 Luanda

Eu sou educadora social, estudante em serviço social e community champion na Global Shapers Community. Servir é minha missão de vida, estou focada em deixar legado.

Ananias Cassinda

 Angola

 Calumbo, Zango.

Acredito no Network e no crescimento pessoal, procuro oportunidade de expandir os projectos e trazer um impacto global.

Coordinators

Hugo Bordas

Catalyst Now

 Netherlands

 Amsterdam

Lusophone Chapters Coordinator

Collaborators

Ana Jacira Facada S. Xiandi

Go Ahead Academy

MANASIA FUTA

 Angola

 Luanda

Eu sou educadora social, estudante em serviço social e community champion na Global Shapers Community. Servir é minha missão de vida, estou focada em deixar legado.

KALENGA SOLUNGA

 Luanda

Contribution to the Movement: I aim to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by improving the living conditions of the communities we work with, especially women street vendors and their families. Our goal is to make a significant impact, dignifying their work. Expectations from the Community: I hope to receive support and collaboration to strengthen our initiatives and expand our reach, promoting sustainable practices and improving the quality of life for the communities involved.

Emanuel Dos Santos

Global Shapers Cummunity Luanda Hub

 Angola

 Luanda

Being part of Catalyst Now represents a unique opportunity to connect with other solution makers from different parts of the world, to think collectively and co-create collaborative solutions with tangible impact at local, regional, and global levels. Through the Catalyst network and its associated partners, I aim to contribute actively to building more inclusive, sustainable, and transformative initiatives that drive real social change.

Afonso Neves

 Angola

 Cabinda

Being part of Catalyst allows me to positively expand the impact of my actions on society, contributing to the growth of startups and social entrepreneurship, helping to structure their business models, access investment opportunities and solid connections.

Hugo Bordas

Catalyst Now

 Netherlands

 Amsterdam

Lusophone Chapters Coordinator

Ísis Conceição de Carvalho Henrique

Go Ahead Academy

Justina Salundilili

 Luanda

Make a change, through others and through my work.

Mateus Liberal

Tchova Legacy (TL)

 Luanda

I aim to share: Grassroots methodologies that engage youth in building purpose, advocacy skills, and local solutions, Our experiences developing youth-driven projects such as climate action labs, identity dialogues, and civic leadership circles and Cross-cultural narratives that inspire collective healing and imagination. From the community, I hope to receive: Access to a global network of changemakers and mentors with diverse insights and experiences, Collaborative opportunities to co-design...

Manuel António

Associação Movimento Ovimbundu

 Benguela/Lobito

Através dos meus conhecimentos e aptidões espero contribuir da melhor maneira possível através das minhas experiências em trabalhos de criação e gestão de projectos sociais( acções cívicas) inovadores de maneira a dar uma energia positiva ao grupo, visto que transformar o mundo num espaço melhor para todas faz parte da minha visão enquanto cidadão do mundo. Espero receber apoio necessário com vista a materialização dos ODS que a organização se predispõe a ajudar a resolver. Ganhar experiência.

Ananias Cassinda

 Angola

 Calumbo, Zango.

Acredito no Network e no crescimento pessoal, procuro oportunidade de expandir os projectos e trazer um impacto global.

VALDEMAR LUQUELA

Go Ahead Academy

 Angola

 Luanda

As a young Angolan committed to social transformation, I believe joining Catalyst Now is a strategic opportunity to expand my impact. I have experience in youth leadership, inclusion, community empowerment projects, and peacebuilding. I aim to actively collaborate with other changemakers, learning and sharing sustainable solutions to global challenges. Being a member of Catalyst Now strengthens my mission to serve, positively influence my community, and inspire other young people to lead with purpose. I am ready to contribute with passion, creativity, and a strong commitment to the common good.