The Africa Scientifique Introductory Workshop is the first 3-phased comprehensive Africa Scientifique Programme, designed to equip young and emerging African scientists, researchers, and academics with leadership skills and expertise in impactful science communication. The programme is structured into phases: the AS Introductory Workshop, followed by the three-day AS Workshop and then six-months’ Post-Workshop mentoring and project activities’ support. Each phase builds on the previous one to ensure participants gain and deepen the knowledge, skills, and mentorship needed for effective public engagement. 

Phase 1 – The Introductory Workshop provides an overview of the programme's background and rationale, its pan-African contexts, and the expected outcomes for participants. Each workshop is led by dynamic Science Communicators Dr Rejoyce Gavhi-Molefe (AIMS House of Science Manager) and Dr Elizabeth Rasekoala (President of Africa Gong). The session also features inspiring contributions from programme Alumni who act as mentors and role models, sharing their personal experiences with science communication and public engagement before and after completing the programme.