GL Academy 2025
The launch of the GL Academy in 2025 marked an important step in the unit's digital transformation. By creating a structured, scalable learning platform, Gender Links began converting its knowledge base into a more accessible, potentially income-generating offering. The Academy also signalled a shift in how advisory expertise can be packaged and delivered, extending reach beyond traditional consultancy engagements.
The GL Academy replaces the Gender Training Unit. This is a dynamic learning hub that equips activists, leaders and partners with the tools to drive gender justice across the Global South and beyond. Through interactive, accredited short courses, the academy blends theory with practice - empowering participants to strengthen their leadership, advocacy, and sustainability skills while connecting them with a diverse community of changemakers.
GL launched its first Academy series over six months in 2025 - 2026, offering six courses (see below). In the pilot phase, GL availed the courses free of charge to partners in RWVL, WOSSO, the Marang Fund, the Alliance and its own staff. 485 participants expressed interest, but only 41 completed the course requirements to receive certificates. Minimum requirements of the four, ninety-minute online modules were that participants attend at least three of the four sessions and undertake one assignment. Download the 2025 course propspectus.
“I wanted to reach out and say a huge thank you for the Excellence Award! I must say it took me by surprise. I am truly humbled and energized by this recognition from Gender Links’ Academy. It is an honor to be recognized by a leader I admire so much. The Academy has both sharpened my skills and strengthened my resolve to advocate for the intersex persons and LGBT community in Ghana. I am eager to meet you soon to share more about the impact your programs are having on the ground. I also can't wait to bring my colleagues into the fold so they can participate in the next cohort. Everyone needs to experience the power of the Gender Links Academy!”
Susana Mamle Larwer, Intersex Ghana
Graduates 2025
Fundraising and Sustainability
Andile Shinga
Bokang Bane
Farida Myburgh
Francis Kangwa
Gofran Alabsi
Khensani Shivambu
Lauren King
Obakeng Mathe
Theresa Banda
Toni Hancox
Gender Inclusion and Development
Chantelle Goliath
Farida Myburgh
Francis Kangwa
Gofran Alabsi
Khady-Lyne Ndaw
Khensani Shivambu
Mbali Ndovela
Natasha Muhandu
Neo Kabi
Nokwethemba Mnomiya
Sibongile Vutu
Susana Mamle Larwer
Suwilanji Mumba
Xolelwa Pona
Results and Communications for Change
Bokang Bane
Brende-Elizabeth Harker
Francis Kangwa
Kayla Brittan
Khahliso Ramotoai
Mandipa Matthew Dube
Mbali Ndovela
Nokwethemba Mnomiya
Paballo Koeli
Sebongile Sekadi
Susan Mogari
Thandokuhle Dlamini
Gender and Climate Justice
Akem Aurelia Njang
Etani Benjamin
Farida Myburgh
Ling Sheperd
Molepa Leah Sebola
Nkengafack Eucharia
Sherina Supersad
Susana Mamle Larwer
Self-care and Wellbeing
Akem Aurelia Njang
Bontle Precedence Selekane
Brende-Elizabeth Harker
Farida Myburgh
Fikile Maviya
Khensani Shivambu
Sibongile Vutu
Susan Mogari
Susana Mamle Larwer
Thandokuhle Dlamini
Toni Hancox
Sexual Orientation & Gender Identity Expression
Brende-Elizabeth Harker
Farida Myburgh
Keneilwe Lephoi
Lame Lucas
Phercephunes Setilo
Ruth Kedikilwe
Sibongile Vutu
Susan Mogari
Susana Mamle Larwer
Courses
Equip yourself with MEL tools and learn to communicate impact through storytelling, blogs, press and social media.
Explore gender at home and work, diversity and African feminism to promote inclusive practices.
Build resilient organisations through strategic resource mobilisation, online giving and donor engagement.
Foster holistic wellbeing for activists and leaders – body, mind and soul.
Explore the intersection of climate change and gender inequality, and acquire tools for climate advocacy.
Strengthen your knowledge of Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity & Expression, and shift narratives towards inclusivity.
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