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Collaboration for Future Outcomes: Bridging Capital & Ideas - Stephen Omukoko Okoth - S2E7 UNPOLLUTED
Mar 29, 2024
Kenyan Mentor of the Year Stephen Omukoko Okoth discusses bridging capital and ideas for sustainability. He emphasizes empowering African youth to drive sustainable development, the importance of mentorship in guiding students towards innovative solutions, and the optimism for a sustainable future despite challenges in sustainability, peace, and inequality.
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- Bridging capital and ideas is crucial for turning brilliant ideas into reality, especially in regions like Africa where funding may be a barrier.
- Empowering youth and promoting sustainable initiatives through finance and individual action can drive positive societal change and contribute to a more sustainable future.
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Stephen Oumuco's Journey to Oberlin College and Interest in Economics and Finance
Stephen Oumuco, a student at Oberlin College, shared how his journey from Kenya to Switzerland and ultimately to the United States influenced his interest in economics. His fascination with how decisions impact actions and the importance of using policies to make societal changes sparked his interest in economics. Wanting to bridge the gap between ideas and capital, particularly in Africa, Stephen sees finance as a means to fund sustainable initiatives.
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