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__Friday, February 28, 2025, 9:00AM - 5:00PM EAT, Nairobi, Kenya__

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Join Nairobi's public, private, and philanthropic actors for an in-person interactive and practice-driven training on blended finance. This intermediate-level session will combine insights from Convergence experts and blended finance practitioners in the field. This training is an opportunity for Convergence members and partners to gather to share insights and experiences and tackle difficult questions around innovative approaches to mobilize private capital for the Sustainable Development Goals.

Speaker details and agenda to follow.

This training is complimentary for members (one seat for Standard Membership, two seats for Market Builder Membership), USD 150 for additional member seats, and USD 250 for non-members. Please contact your relationship manager for more details or questions about your membership type.

*Registration is on a first come, first served basis and capacity is limited. We encourage registering early to reserve your seat.*

In-Person Convergence Blended Finance Training in Nairobi

Join us in Nairobi, Kenya for a full-day training combining insights from Convergence experts and blended finance practitioners in the field.

Blended Finance Training in London U.K.

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__February 19-21, 2025, Cape Town, South Africa__

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Don’t miss [Africa's Green Economy Summit](https://wearevuka.com/green-economy/ages/) in Cape Town from February 19-21, 2025, where global capital meets African opportunities. This investor-focused event will spotlight key themes including green reforms, nature and biodiversity, climate finance, resilient cities, and green industrialization. 

Convergence is a supporting partner of the Summit.

Africa's Green Economy Summit

Don’t miss Africa's Green Economy Summit in Cape Town!

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__Monday, February 3, 2025, 9:30AM - 4:30PM GMT, London U.K.__

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As an intermediate-level programme, this full-day training will combine blended finance and mobilization data, case studies, insights from Convergence experts, notable speakers from major organizations, and technical experts in the field. Convergence members will participate in an inspiring, interactive, and practice-driven day of learning and knowledge sharing around blended finance as an approach to mobilize more private capital for the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and Paris Agreement.

This training is complimentary for members (one seat for Standard Membership, two seats for Market Builder Membership), USD 500 for additional member seats, and USD 750 for non-members. Please contact your relationship manager for more details or questions on your membership type.

Register by __January 7th__ to reserve your seat.

In-Person Convergence Training for Blended Finance Practitioners in Europe

Join us in London U.K. for a full-day training combining blended finance and mobilization data, information and cases, insights from Convergence experts, notable speakers from major organizations, and technical experts in the field.

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__Info Session: Scale Private Investment Mobilization Standardization Project, Wednesday, January 15, 2025, 10:00AM ET__

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Convergence invites you to an Information Session and Member Consultation on the Scale Private Investment Mobilization Standardization Project.

The main objective of the project is to identify, in consultation with Developing Countries, Developed Countries, MDBs & DFIs, philanthropic foundations and private sector investor groups, proven blended finance models that will lead to private investment mobilization at scale to Low and Middle-Income Countries to fund the SDGs. Once identified, the goal is to standardize and replicate these models and demonstrate how concessional funding can be awarded optimally to the best cases aligned to the models.

The 60-minute session will include a presentation on the project, gathering initial feedback from members. Your participation will help shape this transformative effort to mobilize private investment at scale.

Register now to join us.

Info Session: Scale Private Investment Mobilization Standardization Project

Join Convergence for an Information Session and Consultation on the Scale Private Investment Mobilization Standardization Project

Private Investment Mobilization Standardization Project

Member Training: How Foundations Blend

__Member Training: How Foundations Blend, January 9, 2025, 10:00AM ET__

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Following the release of Convergence's [Blending with Foundations Data Brief](https://www.convergence.finance/resource/blending-with-foundations/view), this member training will present on the major findings of our research and invite speakers from international foundations who are actively involved in blended finance.

The session will cover:
- How foundations engage in blended finance on both a concessional and commercial basis.
- What barriers and opportunities exist for foundations looking for catalytic investments using blended finance.
- How foundations are uniquely placed to support transactions across social sectors and current initiatives looking to increase capital flows from these capital providers.

Join us as we explore how foundations blend

How Philanthropic Organizations Blend

Convergence Member Networking in Mumbai: Scaling Blended Finance in India

__Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 4:00pm – 6:30pm IST__

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Convergence invites you to a networking event with members and partners in Mumbai, India. The event will feature:

- Keynote presentation of key findings from our [State of Blended Finance 2024: Climate Edition ](https://www.convergence.finance/resource/state-of-blended-finance-2024-climate-edition/view)with Asia and India lens
- Discussions on potential to scale blended finance in India
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Jointly organised by Convergence and KOIS, this event will bring together Convergence's members, partners, and other innovative finance stakeholders comprising impact investors, institutional investors, donor agencies, development banks, and sponsors of blended finance deals. It will be an opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals engaged in blended finance, make new contacts, exchange ideas, and more.

Due to limited capacity, this is an invite-only event. If you are interested in attending, please reach out to: asia@convergence.finance


Convergence invites you to a networking event with members and partners in Mumbai. 

Member Networking Mumbai: Scaling Blended Finance in India

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__Inside the Deal: Climate Investor 2, December 4, 2024, 9:00AM - 10:00AM ET__

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Explore the inner workings of real blended finance transactions through Convergence's "Inside the Deal" webinar series. Each quarter, we delve into a successful deal, inviting the deal sponsor and key stakeholders to offer candid insights on structuring these intricate transactions.

In our next webinar, we will feature Climate Fund Managers' Climate Investor 2 (CI2). CI2 is a blended finance facility delivering water, sanitation, and oceans infrastructure projects in emerging markets.

During this hour-long webinar, the Climate Fund Managers team will provide an overview of the facility’s structure and their fundraising journey. We will also conduct in-depth interviews with key stakeholders involved in the transaction, uncovering invaluable lessons learned along the way. The webinar will conclude with an open Q&A session.

*This webinar is open to Convergence members only.*

Inside the Deal: Climate Investor 2

Explore the inner workings of real blended finance transactions through Convergence's "Inside the Deal" webinar series. Each quarter, we delve into a successful deal, inviting the deal sponsor and key stakeholders to offer candid insights on structuring these intricate transactions.

In this webinar, we featured Climate Fund Managers' Climate Investor 2 (CI2). CI2 is a blended finance facility delivering water, sanitation, and oceans infrastructure projects in emerging markets.

During the hour-long webinar, the Climate Fund Managers team provided an overview of the facility’s structure and their fundraising journey. We also conducted in-depth interviews with key stakeholders involved in the transaction, uncovering invaluable lessons learned along the way. The webinar concluded with an open Q&A session.

Join us to learn about Climate Fund Manager’s Climate Investor 2 (CI2).

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__Wednesday, November 27, 2024, 4:00PM-5:00PM EAT__

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Blended finance has emerged as a key tool for mobilizing private capital to address development and climate challenges, especially in Sub-Saharan Africa. As climate risks intensify, the need for sustainable investment in sectors like energy, agriculture, and financial services becomes more critical.

Convergence’s recently published [State of Blended Finance 2024: Climate Edition](https://www.convergence.finance/resource/state-of-blended-finance-2024-climate-edition/view) provides fresh insights into the state of blended finance globally, with a special focus on climate-related investments. The report highlights that Sub-Saharan Africa accounts for 41% of climate-blended finance transactions, driven by the continent's investment opportunities and urgent climate needs. Despite significant progress, barriers such as perceived risks and relatively small transaction sizes continue to hinder private sector participation in the region.

Join us, alongside Africa's Green Economy Summit, for this webinar as we present key findings from the report, discuss the successes and challenges in mobilizing climate finance in Africa, and explore strategies to unlock more private capital with a climate lens.

The State of Blended Finance 2024 (Climate Edition): Spotlight on Africa

Join us, alongside Africa's Green Economy Summit, for this webinar exploring the State of Blended Finance 2024: Climate Edition, with specific focus on Africa.

The State of Blended Finance 2024 (Climate Edition): Africa

Let's talk about Blended Finance: Practical Cases

__Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 8:00 - 10:00 AM ET__

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Join Convergence, NAB Colombia, and Brigard Urrutia for an engaging networking event, “Let’s Talk About Blended Finance: Practical Cases,” on November 26, 2024, from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM in Bogotá, Colombia.

One complimentary seat is available for each Convergence member.

Networking Event – Let’s Talk About Blended Finance: Practical Cases

Let’s Talk About Blended Finance: Practical Cases

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__Innovative Finance for Climate: The Role of Blended Bonds, November 25, 2024, 10:00AM - 11:30AM ET__

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Join us for a webinar on the innovative use of blended bonds to address the climate financing gap. As global climate commitments continue to grow, the need for effective financing solutions has become paramount. This webinar will explore how blended bonds are emerging as a critical tool to mobilize capital for climate adaptation and mitigation projects worldwide.

The session will begin with presentations from leading organizations in the field: Convergence and the Climate Bonds Initiative (CBI). Convergence, a global network for blended finance, will provide an overview of how blended finance climate bond structures are effectively attracting both public and private capital. CBI, a pioneer in the green and sustainable bond space, will present on how certification and standardization of climate bonds are enhancing transparency, lowering risk, and improving market credibility and on the role of policy makers in supporting this process.

Following the presentations, a dynamic panel discussion will delve into the practical aspects of structuring and deploying blended bonds for climate action. Panelists will address the challenges and opportunities in scaling up the use of blended bonds.

The final agenda and panelists will be shared closer to the event date.

Innovative Finance for Climate: The Role of Blended Bonds

Watch this webinar on the innovative use of blended bonds to address the climate financing gap. As global climate commitments continue to grow, the need for effective financing solutions has become paramount. The webinar explored how blended bonds are emerging as a critical tool to mobilize capital for climate adaptation and mitigation projects worldwide.

The session began with presentations from leading organizations in the field: Convergence and the Climate Bonds Initiative (CBI). Convergence, a global network for blended finance, provided an overview of how blended finance climate bond structures are effectively attracting both public and private capital. CBI, a pioneer in the green and sustainable bond space, presented on how certification and standardization of climate bonds are enhancing transparency, lowering risk, and improving market credibility and on the role of policy makers in supporting this process.

Following the presentations, there was a dynamic panel discussion delving into the practical aspects of structuring and deploying blended bonds for climate action. Panelists addressed the challenges and opportunities in scaling up the use of blended bonds.

Join us to learn about the innovative use of blended bonds to address the climate financing gap.

State of Blended Finance Climate Edition – Spotlight on Asian Trends

__Member Training: State of Blended Finance (Climate Edition) – Spotlight on Asian Trends, November 21, 2024, 10:30AM-11:45AM SGT__

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Convergence just launched [the State of Blended Finance 2024 report](https://www.convergence.finance/resource/state-of-blended-finance-2024-climate-edition/view) with a focus on climate, which offers an updated analysis on climate blended finance in emerging markets, covering sector, region, and investor trends.

This session will focus on the the Asia-Pacific region, exploring the challenges and opportunities to mobilizing private sector finance into climate projects at scale in Asia.

__Featured Speakers:__
- Tristan Knowles, Unit Head, Blended Finance, Asian Development Bank
- Nandini Chaudhury, Managing Director, Head of APAC Advisory, CrossBoundary
- Eric Arndt, Director, Asia Regional Office, The Rockefeller Foundation
- Ritesh Thakkar, Senior Advisor and Head of Asia Pacific, Convergence Blended Finance (Moderator)

Each Convergence member organization has two complimentary seats in each training. Non-members can register for a fee of USD75.

Member Training: State of Blended Finance (Climate Edition) – Spotlight on Asian Trends

__Member Training: State of Blended Finance (Climate Edition) – Spotlight on Asian Trends, November 21, 2024, 10:30AM-11:45AM SGT__

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Convergence recently launched [the State of Blended Finance 2024 report](https://www.convergence.finance/resource/state-of-blended-finance-2024-climate-edition/view) with a focus on climate, which offers an updated analysis on climate blended finance in emerging markets, covering sector, region, and investor trends.

This session focused on the the Asia-Pacific region, exploring the challenges and opportunities to mobilizing private sector finance into climate projects at scale in Asia.

__Featured Speakers:__
- Tristan Knowles, Unit Head, Blended Finance, Asian Development Bank
- Nandini Chaudhury, Managing Director, Head of APAC Advisory, CrossBoundary
- Eric Arndt, Director, Asia Regional Office, The Rockefeller Foundation
- Ritesh Thakkar, Senior Advisor and Head of Asia Pacific, Convergence Blended Finance (Moderator)

Join us as we explore climate blended finance in Asia-Pacific region.

State of Blended Finance Climate Edition – Asian Trends

Member Townhall 2024

__Wednesday, November 20, 2024 at 10:00AM – 11:00AM ET__

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Convergence is delighted to invite you to its inaugural  __Member Townhall 2024__. This Townhall will provide Convergence’s members the opportunity to directly engage with members of its Content and Engagement Teams, and:
- Provide feedback on Convergence’s recently published research.
- Provide suggestions on topics for Convergence to explore in future research reports.
- Discuss other ways in which Convergence’s __Content__ and __Engagement Teams__ can better service your needs or areas of interest as members. <br>
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Stay tuned for more details on the full agenda.

Convergence Member Townhall 2024

Join us for our inaugural  Member Townhall 2024.