Certifying lived experience
Fuelling local change-makers to inspire underserved communities.
75 Leaders
£900,000 locally invested
75 Leaders £900,000 locally invested
Foster Equality of Opportunity
In marginalised communities across the world, local change-makers offer tangible pathways to real solutions, impact and hope. Yet, they are systematically excluded from opportunities to expand their transformative reach. These leaders are why we exist.
Only 1% of global funding goes to local organizations
Global Fund for Community Foundation
Over 65% of local organizations lack access to training and capacity building
Charities Aid Foundation
Local individuals are up to 80% more likely to engage with at-risk people compared to international organisations
The Bridgespan Group
Our Model
SEJA invests in the preexisting power of local change-makers, offering life-changing financial resources, education, inspiration and leadership. Expanding the micro-impact spaces that are driving systemic change, collectively addressing critical global challenges.
Our Impact
This year, SEJA will offer more than 4,000 hours of workshops, classes, and educational opportunities for 75 local change-makers. On average local SEJA change-makers increase impact hours and number of people impacted by more than 40% in the first 12 months of a SEJA collaboration.
Kebra
SEJA's cultural programs are designed to provide spaces for artistic expression and underscore the significant role of culture.
Bale de rale
Saryne started a ballet project called “Bale de Rale” because as she puts it “dance saved my life and when dance saves your life you put it forward”
From local to global
Carlos, a resident of Rocinha Favela, Latin America's largest favela, launched a surfing project to empower at-risk youth.
Stories speak louder than words
Individually Local, Collectively Global
This year, recipients of SEJA’s local change-makers projects have danced with Anitta (international musician), secured professional football contracts, gained admission to universities through scholarships, and launched eco-friendly small businesses. They steered clear of gangs, sidestepped teen pregnancy, and embraced identities within their local change-makers uncovering their potential as agents of change.
