{"id":7186,"date":"2022-08-02T12:10:00","date_gmt":"2022-08-02T12:10:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cms.ja-africa.org\/?p=7186"},"modified":"2022-08-12T15:26:52","modified_gmt":"2022-08-12T15:26:52","slug":"ja-worldwide-ranks-in-the-top-100-and-the-1-nonprofit-on-fast-companys-annual-list-of-the-100-best-workplaces-for-innovators-in-the-world","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cms.ja-africa.org\/backend\/ja-worldwide-ranks-in-the-top-100-and-the-1-nonprofit-on-fast-companys-annual-list-of-the-100-best-workplaces-for-innovators-in-the-world\/","title":{"rendered":"JA Worldwide Ranks in the Top 100\u2014and the #1 Nonprofit\u2014on Fast Company\u2019s Annual List of the 100 Best Workplaces for Innovators in the World"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

[Accra, Ghana], August 2, 2022 — Fast Company<\/em> today announced its fourth annual Best Workplaces for Innovators<\/strong> list, honoring organizations and businesses that demonstrate a steadfast commitment to encouraging innovation at all levels. JA Worldwide enters the top-100 list for the first time, earning the #1 spot for nonprofits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Developed in collaboration with Accenture, the 2022 Best Workplaces for Innovators ranks 100 winners from a variety of industries, including computer science, biotech, consumer packaged goods, nonprofit, education, financial services, cybersecurity, engineering, diversity, sustainability, B2B, and consumer products and services. Fast Company<\/em> editors and Accenture researchers worked together to score nearly 1,500 applications, and a panel of eight eminent judges reviewed and endorsed the top 100 organizations. The 2022 awards feature workplaces from around the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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According to Asheesh Advani, CEO of JA Worldwide, \u201cthe JA network of teams has built a workplace culture that embraces innovation, digital transformation, and generous sharing of resources and talent. Throughout the world, we\u2019ve collaborated on several projects, including JA Labs<\/a>, JA Worldwide Fellows<\/a>, Youth Voices<\/a>, and so much more.\u201d Also, Simi Nwogugu, CEO of JA Africa said \u201cI am so proud to work for such an incredible organization with a rich history of developing young people to make change happen across the world. If you are an innovator looking for a great place to work, I highly recommend JA.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\u201cThis year\u2019s list of the Best Workplaces for Innovators recognizes organizations that have demonstrated a deep commitment to cultivating creativity across the board,\u201d says Brendan Vaughan, editor-in-chief of Fast Company<\/em>. \u201cIn the face of powerful headwinds, these leaders and teams continue to spur innovation.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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To see the complete list, go to: https:\/\/www.fastcompany.com\/best-workplaces-for-innovators\/list<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fast Company<\/em>‘sBest Workplaces for Innovators <\/strong>issue (September 2022) is available online now, and the print issue will be on newsstands beginning August 16, 2022. Join the Best Workplaces for Innovators conversation using #FCBestWorkplaces<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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About JA Worldwide<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

As one of the world\u2019s largest and most impactful youth-serving NGOs, JA Worldwide delivers hands-on, immersive learning in work readiness, financial health, entrepreneurship, sustainability, STEM, economics, citizenship, ethics, and more. Reaching more than 12 million young people each year through nearly half a million teachers and business volunteers, JA Worldwide is one of few organizations with the scale, experience, and passion to build a brighter future for the next generation of innovators, entrepreneurs, and leaders. Visit us at jaworldwide.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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About JA Africa<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

JA Africa has a presence in 13 countries in Sub-Saharan Africa and collectively we reach more than 300,000 youth in more than 3,000 schools each year. JA Africa Works in C\u00f4te d\u2019Ivoire, Eswatini, Gabon, Ghana, Kenya, Mauritius, Nigeria, Senegal, South Africa, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia, and Zimbabwe. Visit us at ja-africa.org<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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About Fast Company<\/em><\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fast Company<\/em> is the only media brand fully dedicated to the vital intersection of business, innovation, and design, engaging the most influential leaders, companies, and thinkers on the future of business. Headquartered in New York City, Fast Company<\/em> is published by Mansueto Ventures LLC, along with our sister publication Inc.<\/em>, and can be found online at fastcompany.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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About Accenture<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Accenture is a global professional services company with leading capabilities in digital, cloud, and security. Combining unmatched experience and specialized skills across more than 40 industries, we offer Strategy and Consulting, Technology and Operations Services, and Accenture Song \u2014 all powered by the world\u2019s largest network of Advanced Technology and Intelligent Operations centers. Our 710,000 people deliver on the promise of technology and human ingenuity every day, serving clients in more than 120 countries. We embrace the power of change to create value and shared success for our clients, people, shareholders, partners, and communities. Visit us at accenture.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

[Accra, Ghana], August 2, 2022 — Fast Company today announced its fourth annual Best Workplaces for Innovators list, honoring organizations and businesses that demonstrate a steadfast commitment to encouraging innovation at all levels. JA Worldwide enters the top-100 list for the first time, earning the #1 spot for nonprofits. Developed in collaboration with Accenture, the …<\/p>\n

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