Most Influential People of African Descent (MIPAD)

In honor of "*World Creativity and Innovation Day*", we celebrate Afrofuturists, Creatives, Innovators, and Changemakers in the *MIPAD Class of 2024 Global Top 100 Futurist and Innovators Edition.*🎉 Join us in extending our warmest congratulations to the esteemed honorees, whose groundbreaking efforts are shaping a brighter future for all! MIPAD eagerly anticipates hosting all Honorees, past and present, in New York City for Most Influential 100 Recognition Week 2024 (RW2024) from September 20th to 22nd, following the opening of the 79th United Nations General Assembly in New York City. #UNGA For congratulatory ads, sponsorship & speaking opportunities, please contact [email protected] or call 1 917 541 8394 or 1 917 256 9940 (New York) *To see the full list visit https://lnkd.in/dExx7Phm {Link in bio}* Elevate your Impact- *Become a MIPAD VIP today and access exclusive benefits! https://lnkd.in/dFQqNa3e Anne Makena, Phd Gordon Swaby Grazi Mendes (Ela / Ella / She / Her) Olu Alake Priya Ahluwalia 'Tony Okoye Flavilla Fongang Pelonomi Moiloa Afua Kyei Betelhem Dessie Fred Swaniker Dr. Joy Buolamwini Erikan Obotetukudo Oswald Osaretin Guobadia Silas Adekunle Aicha Evans Cecil Peters Robert Taiwo Ralph Mupita Acha Leke Karim Beguir

SAVE THE DATE📌 AUGUST 31st UN International Day for People of African Descent - Announcement of Hall of Fame and Lifetime Award Recipients - ⁠UNGA Recognition Week Q&A with MIPAD Officials - Reunion of VIP Podcast Guests - ⁠Panel Discussion About State of Our Union ZOOM | August 31st | 10am EST REGISTER: bit.ly/Every31stAugust

MIPAD is thrilled to announce that our Founder and CEO, Kamil Olufowobi, has been named to the Power House 50 list 🥳👏 standing proudly alongside fellow MIPADian, Vice President Kamala Harris. This esteemed recognition is a testament to his outstanding leadership and influence. We’re also thrilled to see other remarkable MIPADians on the list. A big congratulations to everyone honored! #MIPAD #PowerHouse50 #ProudMoment Black Professionals in International Affairs - BPIA Alexandria J. Maloney, MPA Akol E. Ayii Alexandre Fils Telfort Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala Afua Osei

Today we celebrate A Man of Honor. Happy Nelson Mandela Day from all of us at MIPAD. #AfricanDescent #MIPAD100 #blackexcellenceworldwide #MandelaDay

Exciting News🥳 Celebrating World PR Day, MIPAD is proud to announce a strategic partnership with GLG Communications as one of the PR firms for the Most Influential 100 Honorees. Through this collaboration, MIPAD aims to provide premier public relations support to its distinguished honorees, ensuring their impactful stories are effectively communicated on a global scale. Get the full scope on our blog page or visit👇 https://lnkd.in/d7bTZQ6n #worldPRday #partnership #mipad

Nominations are OPEN for our UK's Next Generation Edition! During this final year of the 1st International Decade we aim to spotlight the brightest young minds and leaders of African descent in the UK Nomination Criteria: Age: 16-25 years Heritage: African or Caribbean descent Residency: Based in the UK Education: In Sixth Form, University, or a Recent Graduate Academic Achievement: On track or achieved a 2.1 degree or higher Nominate NOW at: mipad.org/nominate

Happy 4th of July 🇺🇸🎆 We celebrate with all our American friends today and wish you a joyous independence day!🤍 #4thofjuly #independenceday #MIPAD100

We Are Hiring! 💯 Summer Interns Worldwide Remote | Hybrid | In-Person (New York or London) Every summer (July - September), we hire inspiring Next Generation Students of African Descent. Become a Most Influential Intern This Summer! ✨🙂 Roles Available: - Research Associates - Data Scientists - Social Media Experts - Event Planners Duration: 3 months (Summer) Type: Part-Time or Full-Time Qualifications: Undergraduate or Postgraduate students Benefits: - Rewarding package - Letter of recommendation - Opportunity for a full-time position Apply Today: bit.ly/MIPADSummerInterns For any questions, please contact: - Angela, Global Director of Talent: [email protected] - Jonathan, Global Director of Research: [email protected]

Happy July from MIPAD! 🌟 It's been an incredible first half of the year and we're excited to embrace the rest of 2024. How has it been for you? Share with us! As we embrace the second half, we urge you to join the 21-Day CONNECTOLOGY CHALLENGE to become the best version of yourself and transform your life! CLICK HERE TO JOIN 👇🏾 https://lnkd.in/dxM5xkNt #ConnectologyChallenge #MIPAD #july #NewMonth

Yes, we’re still celebrating Father’s Day (June 16, 2024) two Sundays later—because, oops, we forgot to post about it! 🙈 Just like we forget about Dad until we need money, a jar opened or something fixed! Here’s to the unsung hero who always steps up when we need him. Thanks, Dad—you’re our go-to guy, even when we forget to celebrate you! 😍💯 #FathersDay #EverydayHero