Akira Richardson
@akirarichardson
I am a community development worker focused on youth empowerment and community engagement.
BotswanaWhat I'm looking for
I am a community development professional with a Bachelor’s in Community Development and a Certificate in Youth Empowerment and Development. I have hands-on experience facilitating youth workshops and organizing community events.
At Ramotswa District Council I collaborated with local leaders to design outreach and engagement initiatives for marginalized youth, applying project management and program coordination skills to deliver meaningful participation. I excel at cross-cultural communication and stakeholder collaboration.
I am eager to leverage my skills in youth empowerment, community engagement, and project management to drive positive social impact and to continue learning within impact-focused teams.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Community Development Intern
Ramotswa District Council
Jan 2022 - Present (3 years 8 months)
Facilitated youth workshops and training sessions, collaborated with local leaders to organize community events, and supported outreach and engagement programs for marginalized youth.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Institution of Development Management
Bachelor's Degree, Community Development
Bachelor's degree in Community Development from the Institution of Development Management, completed in 2025.
Phronesis International College
Certificate, Youth Empowerment and Development
Certificate in Youth Empowerment and Development from Phronesis International College awarded in 2022.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
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