IMAD
23 Nov 2024
An afternoon of connection and collaboration
In November 2024, IMAD hosted its first-ever networking event — the Insight Event, an afternoon of connection, conversation, and co-creation. Set against the warm backdrop of authentic Korean cuisine, this end-of-year gathering brought together a dynamic group of youth professionals passionate about transforming the development landscape.
About the Insight Event
The Insight Event marked a major milestone for IMAD as our inaugural in-person networking experience. Designed to foster community and spark collaboration, the event invited participants to connect on a deeper level and contribute meaningfully to the future of our growing alliance.
What We Did
Our agenda was intentionally crafted to center both personal storytelling and collective visioning. Attendees:
Introduced themselves and shared the heart behind their work in international development
Explored the challenge of working in silos and reflected on the need for stronger cross-sector connection
Co-created a shared vision for what IMAD could become — a space for collaboration, learning, and leadership
Discussed engagement preferences, from communication channels to how often we’d like to connect
Clarified expectations around community participation, value, and mutual support
It wasn’t just a meeting — it was a movement in motion.
Why It Mattered
At its core, the Insight Event reminded us that development work thrives on relationships. By creating space for open dialogue, shared goals, and mutual accountability, we took the first step in building an intentional, inclusive, and lasting community of impact-makers.
From informal chats over food to big-picture brainstorming, the event set the tone for how IMAD will grow: grounded in connection, driven by collaboration, and focused on change.
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Thank you to everyone who attended and contributed their voice, energy, and vision. The Insight Event was just the beginning — and we’re excited for what’s ahead.
Let’s keep building, together.