The Handshake with Max Koffi @The Hague Humanity Hub

Join our Special Edition Handshake featuring Max Koffi, organised as part of the programme "Ready 2 Engage: Pathways to Climate Justice". A limited number of seats have been opened up for the public—register soon to secure your spot!

The Handshake is an interactive event series connecting aspiring changemakers with experienced professionals in the peace & justice and “for good” sectors.

This edition is presented as part of the Humanity Hub's “Ready 2 Engage: Pathways to Climate Justice” Programme. Ready to Engage is a two-month youth programme in The Hague that helps young people transform their concern about climate change into practical initiatives for a more just and sustainable future.

We are thrilled to welcome Max Koffi, the founder of Equal Trade Alliance, to share his personal and professional journey.

Whether you’re a student, a young professional, or considering a career shift, this is your opportunity to:

• Hear Max’s inspiring story of transforming global trade through justice, equality, and shared prosperity.
• Explore how to start a project in advancing global equity, sustainable trade, and economic justice by empowering African communities through fair compensation, advocacy, and innovative trade solutions.
• Ask your burning questions in an open Q&A
• Connect with like-minded peers and professionals

Meet Max

Max Koffi is the founder of the Equal Trade Alliance and Director of Africa In Motion, where he works on developing new economic models aimed at creating more equitable global value chains between Africa and Europe.

His work focuses on revenue-sharing, co-ownership, diaspora entrepreneurship, and sustainable value creation through initiatives such as Producer–Diaspora-Owned Ventures. With a background in intercultural communication and international collaboration, Max connects students, entrepreneurs, policymakers, and producers to explore practical alternatives to extractive trade systems.

He regularly gives lectures and workshops at universities and international platforms on topics including global trade reform, entrepreneurship, intercultural cooperation, and economic justice.

Practical information:

When: Monday, May 18th | 17:15-18:00, walk-in at 17:00

Where: The Hague Humanity Hub

Costs: Free of charge

What is The Handshake?

A career inspiration series spotlighting leading voices in the peace & justice ecosystem. Through honest conversations and personal stories, The Handshake offers an inside look at real career journeys, beyond titles and job descriptions.

Participants can engage directly, asking their pressing questions about career journeys, field developments, and the key skills needed for future professionals. For those who find the peace & justice sector daunting or do not know where to begin, these conversations provide practical insights and help set realistic expectations for entering the field.

Read about previous editions of The Handshake .

Please Note

Photography and video recording will take place during the event. By attending, you consent to being included in marketing materials for The Hague Humanity Hub and its partners.You can withdraw your consent by emailing [email protected] and specifying the event in question (as well as by providing details to help us identify you).

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