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SHOFT STORIES People • Projects • Community

ANNOUNCEMENTS

What's happening next at SHOFT.

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Ghana–Yorkshire Trade and Investment Summit 2026

UPCOMING EVENT

FEATURED EVENT • 2026

Ghana–Yorkshire Trade & Investment Summit 2026

Building Bridges, Creating Value, Delivering Prosperity.

Venue University of Bradford

Focus Trade • Investment • Innovation

GYTIS 2026 is a high-level international platform designed to foster strategic partnerships, trade expansion and investment collaboration between Ghana and Yorkshire.

The summit brings together business leaders, investors, entrepreneurs, policymakers, academics, researchers, startups, community leaders and other stakeholders to explore opportunities for economic growth, innovation and sustainable development.

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SHOFT UPDATE

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FEATURED STORY

Creating space for voices to be heard.

Through conversations, community activities and projects, SHOFT creates spaces where people can share experiences, ask important questions, learn from one another and discover new possibilities.

Our stories highlight the people, partnerships and ideas behind this work.

People. Projects. Possibility.

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PROJECT STORY

THE INSIDE VIEW WITH NANA

Conversations that uncover new perspectives.

The Inside View with Nana is an educative and empowering talk show and podcast created to explore unanswered questions, introduce new perspectives and share life experiences that can motivate everyday people.

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YOUTH

EM3RGE

Empowering boys and young men to emerge.

EM3RGE creates a safe space for participants, mentors, educators and community resource personnel to explore identity, purpose, mental health and positive masculinity.

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ENTREPRENEURSHIP

IGNITING DREAMS

Turning entrepreneurial ideas into possibilities.

Igniting Dreams is designed to empower women and young girls with entrepreneurial awareness, skills, exposure and networking opportunities.

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CULTURE

THREADS OF IDENTITY

Culture, identity and stories woven together.

Threads of Identity explores the significance of African fabrics and textiles as expressions of personal and collective identity while creating a platform for aspiring models.

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COMMUNITY

COMMUNITY CONNECTION

Bringing people together through participation.

SHOFT's community activities create opportunities for people to connect, participate, share experiences and develop meaningful relationships.

See What We Do

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COMMUNITY IMPACT

OUR COMMUNITIES

Building stronger connections together.

From education and awareness to cultural expression and empowerment, SHOFT seeks to create spaces where people feel able to participate, contribute and thrive.

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FROM OUR EVENTS

Every event has a story.

The photographs and stories from SHOFT's activities capture more than moments. They reflect participation, connection, culture, learning and the people who help shape our work.

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STAY CONNECTED

There is always more to the story.

Want to learn more about SHOFT, get involved in an upcoming initiative or discuss a partnership? We'd love to hear from you.

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