The Hearth Summit Thiès
Join us at The Hearth Summit Thiès, a wellbeing summit for social change hosted by Tostan from October 7-9, in Thiès, Senegal, in collaboration with The Wellbeing Project. Building on momentum from The Wellbeing Summit Dakar-Thiès 2023, The Hearth Summit Thiès will be a transformative and creative gathering that connects local, national, and regional leaders across Africa to share and reflect on wellbeing in line with African values.
With a focus on “Eldership and Youth: An Intergenerational Conversation on Wellbeing”, this year’s summit offers an opportunity to explore the power of intergenerational dialogue and share practical solutions to foster a collective movement towards wellbeing in Africa.
🗓️Date: October 7-9th, 2024
📍Location: Tostan Training Center (TTC) in Thiès, Senegal
As young Africans, we are facing numerous social, economic, and technological pressures that impact our wellbeing and challenge our aspirations. Addressing these challenges in our communities, where relationships between elders and youth are essential, requires an intergenerational approach. The wisdom of our elders offers guidance and stability, while the fresh perspectives of youth inspire innovative solutions. This is what The Hearth Summit Thiès is all about : weaving a dialogue between our past and our present, harnessing the wisdom of our origins to build resilience today and fulfill our aspirations for the future
What to expect?
Attendees will have the opportunity to engage in dynamic sessions and creative workshops across a range of topics including mental health, ecological belonging, youth engagement, donor learning agendas, peace building and reconciliation, and paradigm shifts in funding for wellbeing initiatives.
Through practical sessions and “The Wellbeing Artisan’s Hearth”, attendees will learn and share effective tools, solutions and methodologies to enhance their own wellbeing.
Join us for a cultural immersion with the Bassari community, renowned for their rich heritage and ecological wisdom. Discover their traditional practices deeply connected to nature, their role as “guardians of the earth,” and their efforts to preserve their cultural and natural heritage in the face of modern challenges. Together we will explore our deep connection to both our cultural and physical well-being through storytelling, artistic performances, exhibits, and art therapy.
Who is the summit for?
Co-created with young african leaders, the Hearth Summit Thiès welcomes young activists, youth-led organizations, community leaders, donors, policymakers and practitioners working in the field of sustainable development and human rights.
We particularly encourage the participation of young people and women leaders who play a crucial role in driving positive change within their communities.
Ticket options
Youth, Individual Social Entrepreneurs – $550 (limited slots available at the reduced fee) includes:
- Three day Hearth Summit,
- Accommodations and meals,
- In-country transportation,
- Invitations to community reconnection virtual events.
Non profit Organization, practitioners, etc. – $1,250 includes
- Three day Hearth Summit,
- Accommodations and meals,
- In-country transportation,
- Invitations to community reconnection virtual events.
Watch the short video and photos from the 2023 summit to learn more about the vibrant discussions and activities that took place, uniting diverse social change agents from across Africa and relive the highlights of the summit.
