Building Alumni Communities and Impact Networks (BAC-IN)
Overview
The BAC-IN programme is a capacity-building initiative designed to up-skill key staff members at the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Partner institutions. It supports these institutions through direct learning opportunities, the creation of resources, and the development of systems that extend beyond the programme's duration.
Additionally, the project fosters collective learning and strengthens networks among education institutions as part of its strategy to achieve its objectives.
In addition to staff training, the programme includes capacity-building sessions for alumni representatives, who engage in co-creation activities. Select student groups, including those focused on inclusivity for people living with disabilities and refugees, also benefit from the programme.
Current BAC-IN African University Partners
Progress made so far
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All three partners in the consortium signed commitment letters with inHive.
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Held kick-off meetings (online) among partners.
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Signed Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) with four scholar partners (universities).
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Engaged with Managers of the Mastercard Foundation’s Scholars Program.
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Discussed project management systems and structures.
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Established a programme steering committee comprising alumni, scholars, Foundation staff, scholar partners, and BAC-IN programme partners.
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Needs assessment rolled out across the four partner universities.
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Ongoing review, analysis and synthesis of literature on alumni networks/communities in African universities.
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Needs Assessment with the five partner universities completed.
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Completed the review, analysis and synthesis of literature on alumni networks/communities.
ESSA’s Key Activities Going forward
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Begin the Action Research on the project.
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Finalise the MEL Strategy and Plan for the project.
BAC-IN Partners and Their Roles
