Nigeria, Zambia and Zimbabwe ABSTRACT Three young Africans – Mantate Mlotshwa from Zimbabwe, Winnie Akidi Adile from Uganda and Oluwafemi John from Nigeria – collaborated to create the GenDem Think Tank, a Generation Democracy project. The GenDem Think Tank created spaces for young people in Nigeria and […] read more
Uganda ABSTRACT The 2016 National Youth Policy of Uganda acknowledged the need for policies that empower young people to participate effectively in the national development agenda of the country. Despite this, the development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of these youth-focused policies has barely involved young people. Many […] read more
Albania ABSTRACT EDYN is seeking to address the threat of polarisation by ensuring that the composition of its Country Chapters – its organisational structure at the country level – is inclusive across the ideological spectrum. EDYN’s efforts to secure the representation of its geographic and political scope […] read more
Empowering Young Voices for Change The Youth CafĂ© initiative focuses on fostering youth engagement in civic and political spaces. By creating inclusive platforms for dialogue and collaboration, it aims to amplify young people’s voices and empower them to drive change within their communities. Hear directly from the […] read more
Strengthening Youth Engagement in Governance Brain Builders Youth Development Initiative (BBYDI) is a youth-led organization dedicated to fostering civic freedoms, youth entrepreneurship, and good governance in Nigeria. Their flagship projects – YouthGovTracka and the Office of the Citizen toolkit – empower young Nigerians with the tools and […] read more
Advocating for Youth with Disabilities in Governance Blind Youth Association Nepal (BYAN) is a youth-led organisation dedicated to empowering youth with disabilities across Nepal, with a focus on inclusive education, employment, and political participation. This project aims to raise the voices of youth with disabilities in Nepal’s […] read more
Empowering Youth for a Democratic Future in Paraguay Conquista Joven: Alma CĂvica is a dynamic initiative aimed at fostering a network of ethical, talented, and impactful citizens in Paraguay. By focusing on civic education, political leadership, and participatory democracy, Alma CĂvica equips young people aged 17–35 to […] read more
Empowering youth for accountability, democracy, and social justice Accountability Lab South Africa is building a movement of young change-makers to drive impactful advocacy and creativity in governance. Through innovative initiatives such as music, film, and youth convenings, the organisation engages young people in shaping democratic practices and […] read more
Empowering Youth for Accountability Accountability Lab Nepal engages young leaders in fostering accountability, transparency, and open governance at the local and national levels. Through innovative initiatives and diverse communication channels, the organisation bridges gaps between communities and government, reshaping narratives and empowering youth for democratic change. Highlights […] read more