Too many changemakers are doing critical work, without the support, visibility or strategy they need to create lasting impact. 

Across the world, grassroots leaders and organisations are fighting for justice, equity, and systemic change. But many face a common challenge: they’re navigating complex political and media landscapes without access to training, support networks, or the tools to influence decision-makers and shift public narratives.

As funders and civic space shrink, those on the frontlines of change are being left behind.

At Nguvu Collective, we believe these leaders deserve more. Too often, they are excluded from high-quality practical training that meets them where they are. Accelerate Impact changes that.

Why Accelerate Impact?

Accelerate Impact is a campaign accelerator created by Nguvu Collective for grassroots leaders, small teams, and community-based organisations. Through structured, high-impact sessions, participants gain the skills, tools, and confidence to lead campaigns that win.

  • Delivered across multiple countries and languages
  • Focused on storytelling, decision-maker engagement, and media strategy
  • Tools, templates included
  • 1-on-1 mentorship available

We’re building campaign advocacy capacity where it’s needed most.

So far we have partnered with 16 funding organisations, helping them strengthen the work of their grantees. We trained 87 people from 21 countries, with participants joining in from Africa, Asia, Europe, Latin America, and the Middle East.

Who is Accelerate Impact For?

Accelerate Impact is designed for a diverse range of leaders, campaigners, and organisations working at the frontlines of change. Whether you have weeks or just days to sharpen your strategy, there’s a version of the training tailored to your needs.

We offer practical training for organisations and individuals ready to strengthen their campaigning skills, boost visibility and influence decision-makers, whether you need an in-depth, longer course or a fast-paced, short option.

Accelerate Impact is ideal if:

  • You want to enhance your personal or organisational visibility through strategic storytelling, thought leadership and media engagement.
  • You’re a development professional or changemaker working to influence public policy or shift narratives around social change or community development.
  • You need to build expertise to launch new campaigns quickly or sharpen your advocacy skills for better results.
  • You’re looking to gain insights on how to access high-level decision-making spaces, from engaging legislators to shaping national or global conversations.

We announce new cohorts on our social channels and website as they become available. Follow us for campaign wins, community stories, and updates on how to join the next cohort of Accelerate Impact.

What Our Participants Are Saying

We Also Offer Customised Training

Tailor-made training for networks, coalitions, or funders, co-branded, flexible, and built to strengthen your community’s advocacy power.

Tailor-made trainings are best suited for:

  • Funders looking to strengthen the advocacy capacity of their grantee partners
  • Networks and coalitions aiming to equip members with practical campaigning skills
  • Advocacy organisations wanting to train entire teams with a shared strategy
  • Training institutions or conveners seeking to add a high-impact advocacy module
  • Allies supporting grassroots leaders who need structured, accessible support to amplify their work

Organisations We've Trained

Whether you’re driving change or funding it, Accelerate Impact is where momentum begins. 

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