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Gemma Adelman is a marketing and branding strategist with over five years of experience in the non-profit and private sectors. She specializes in helping early-stage startups committed to creating social impact and positive change. Her expertise lies in creating robust brand identities and enhancing brand presence across multiple digital platforms.
Gemma has a Bachelor of Arts in International Studies and a Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science, which led to her appreciation for the role of development in empowering women and promoting social change. She carries this passion for social impact into her professional life, using her branding and marketing expertise to help organizations that share her values. Gemma has worked and lived across the world, including countries such as the U.S., Australia, Argentina, Italy, and India.
Introduction The defining story of the African continent in the twenty-first century is of rapid urbanization, with cities emerging as important centers of economic activity and social transformation. However, too often we hear only about the megacities of Africa, such as Lagos, Kinshasa, Addis Ababa,
Jon Vandenheuvel is obsessed. He is obsessed with affordability, auditability, and bankability. According to Jon, these three things are the keys to lifting developing economies out of poverty. This is no surprise, as he is the son of a minister and religious zeal seems to
Discover how Africa’s embrace of sustainable infrastructure, led by innovators like Leander Moons of Studio OMT Architects, is shaping a greener future. In this episode, we delve into the rising trend of mass timber construction, its potential impact on global sustainability, and the collaborative efforts
This paper explores how cities, particularly in the Global South, can tackle the challenges of climate change and rapid urbanization to become resilient centers of sustainable development. Focusing on the concept of charter cities—newly established urban areas with innovative governance—the paper discusses their potential to
In response to evolving global priorities and local challenges, our latest research paper, titled “Making Bad Urban Laws Better: Can the Urban Physician Replace the Urban Politician in Africa?” delves into the dynamic landscape of urban policy reform in Africa. Drawing from the Biden administration’s
This blog series will explore the critical role of charter cities in fostering climate-resilient development across the Global South.
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