NextBillion - An Initiative of the William Davidson Institute at the University of Michigan

The Impact Frontiers and African Venture Philanthropy Alliance (AVPA) are collaborating on a pilot program for Impact Performance Reporting Norms. The program aims to enhance the clarity, consistency, and decision-usefulness of impact reporting practices in Africa. It is specifically designed to support learning and adaptation of the reporting norms within African markets, helping to contextualize global guidance to better align with local needs, practices, and priorities. The program to engage fund managers, asset owners, and capital allocators through a webinar series of four (4) sessions, with a focus on the practical application of the reporting norms.

Each session will include: Core content presentation covering key concepts, challenges, and frameworks Case Studies – Practical examples to illustrate what works in impact reporting Interactive Break-Outs – Group discussions and exercises to apply ideas in real time.

Webinar series sessions July 3 – Session 1: Presenting Impact Performance Aug 7 – Session 2: What to Do When Things Go Wrong! Sept 4 – Session 3: Centering Impact Reports on the Voice of Affected Communities Oct 2 – Session 4: Impact Storytelling: The Role of Case Studies & Qualitative Information