Farouk Alhassan is a seasoned development professional currently serving as Programme Officer at the West Africa Civil Society Institute (WACSI). Based in Accra, Ghana, he brings over 13 years of experience working with both profit and non-profit across Africa, with specialised expertise in capacity development, community engagement and project implementation.
His work focuses on strengthening civil society in sectors such as biodiversity, education, health and gender equality, ensuring that programmes are both impactful and sustainable.
Beyond his professional expertise, Farouk is committed to mentoring emerging leaders and fostering youth participation in governance and civil society. Fluent in both English and French, he navigates cross-cultural contexts with ease, bridging communication gaps and strengthening collaborations across West Africa. His passion for sustainable development and community empowerment drives his work, positioning him as a respected and influential voice in the regional development landscape.
Farouk is a certified Change the Game Academy Trainer and has trained in Social Accountability, Mobilising Support and Local Fundraising courses. Farouk represented his organization (WACSI) at the scanning horizon community and participated in the foresight and futures thinking events with the International Civil Society Centre.
