alumni network

1. alumni program for continuous learning alumni network Konstanze Lang alumni coordination, alumni media

2. 1. alumni program target group services instruments contact 2. alumni network objectives and character definition functions

3. origin of InWEnt's programme participants 2007 InWEnt alumni program alumni network Egypt 416 Morocco 18 Algeria 33 Mauritania 4 Iraq 95 Palestine 50 Israel 23 Syria 237 Yemen 40 Tunesia 26 Jordan 75 source: InWEnt annual report 2007

4. objectives in the MENA region BMZ priority areas • water, the environment, education, the economy and employment InWEnt programmes, i.e. ... • Reform of the water sector in the MENA region • Development of regional standards in vocational education • … InWEnt alumni program alumni network

5. target group InWEnt alumni program alumni network all former participants of InWEnt-trainings, workshops and conferences alumni of other German organisations and 'free movers' ( Alumniportal Germany) *free movers: persons, who were either supported by other German organisations (i.e. DAAD), their home countries or came here self-financed

6. demand of InWEnt alumni • group discussions and Metaplan board • tracer studies • questionnaire and logfile research (websites) • open feedback about media and events • evaluation form • interviews during events InWEnt alumni program alumni network

7. basic services for all alumni • documentation (subject related literature research) and information (newsletter in cooperation with the Deutsche Welle, InWEnt Alumni-Portal) • exchange of experiences, updates of specific and interdisciplinary knowledge through online-fora and e-Learning courses • network, which connects alumni with InWEnt and its partners (other German development organisations, economy, politics and administration) InWEnt alumni program alumni network

8. instruments InWEnt alumni program alumni network • "I look forward to receiving the Alumni-Newsletter every month because it keeps me abreast of cultural, political, and technological issues in the world. The magazine is very up to date. It is also gratifying to read it and learn that there are people who are doing something to try to improve conditions in the developing world." Fredrick Mulapa, Sambia, July 2008

9. further services targeting long-term participants • contact and support during the transfer project term (International Leadership Training) • alumni conferences and workshops for sustainable education • networking and cooperation with other alumni associations • supporting active participation of Alumni • lecturer at seminars, expert at panels, tutor of • e-Learning courses • initiator or administrator of subject related or • regional networks • consultant or evaluator of InWEnt programmes • (feedback, assessment of future demand) InWEnt alumni program alumni network

10. initiative taken by InWEnt alumni • "Hard work pays, and no condition is permanent." • Eric Agyekum Amoako, Environmental Manager and Engineer, Regional Coordinator of the Alumni Network AN@FRIC Ghana, West Africa, May 2008 InWEnt alumni program alumni network • "Try & Try until you succeed! Never give up!" • Vida P. Tapalla, Chemical Engineer, Quality Assurance Specialist, e-Learning tutor in Pangasinan, Philippines, October 2008

11. instruments of the InWEnt alumni program online services • e-Learning courses • alumni information and networks related to InWEnt • specific knowledge related to InWEnt programmes, sector or region (i.e. AN@FRIC) • in cooperation with DAAD, Goethe-Institute, ZAV, AGEF ... face to face • seminars, workshops, panels, fairs organised by either InWEnt or cooperating alumni associations InWEnt alumni program alumni network

12. objectives and character • networks consist of different individuals, who meet personally or via internet • networks are generally open for all interested and committed persons • the objectives of networks are determined by the common interest of their participants • the objectives are achieved through exchange and cooperation: to give and take  networks offer access to valuable information, allow participation in (networking) events, offer chances to find partners for cooperation InWEnt alumni program alumni network

13. voices of our alumni • "An alumni network and a conference like this provide me with the opportunity to network: I got to know so many experts. On the other hand 'life long learning' is an important aspect here. Participating in alumni seminars really keeps me up to date." Carlos Orbegozo from Peru, October 2008 InWEnt alumni program alumni network • "I use the alumni network to receive further training and provide others with the same opportunities to get new information. That's the reason I join and support the RE@L network in Ecuador. The support of InWEnt is something like my fuel. It makes me go on. So, i.e. InWEnt's e-Learning platform, the Global Campus 21, is very important for us. It's practically our office." Dominique Burau from Ecuador, coordinator of the RE@L network in Ecuador, October 2008

14. initiative by our Alumni • networks need continuous input and the commitment of our alumni • define objectives of the network • define input and ways of communication • define competences • documentation of members, topics, projects, partners • find opportunities to not only meet virtually • create added value (i.e. seminars, research) • 'marketing' to attract relevant partners InWEnt alumni program alumni network

15. contact for further questions and feedback concerning the InWEnt alumni program: konstanze.lang@inwent.org Fon ++49- 228/4460-1672 and magued.youssef@inwent-eg.org Fon ++202- 2735-5836 thank you very much for your attention!