YOUTH IN ADVOCACY PROGRAM
Our Goal
To create an environment that gets government and policy-makers committed to being involved, recognized and supported the active role of young people in society at all levels.
Our Objectives
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Mobilize and encourage young people to get involve in policy and decision making procedures that affect them;
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Coordinate with government, donors, private sectors and civil society actors to ensure youth are included and participating in decision-making at all levels;
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Form and participate in coalitions which engage government, donor and private sector actors in a sustained manner to ensure a clear youth agenda is being articulated, pursued and held to account;
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Bolster strong characteristics like self reliance, resiliency and pro-social skills by engaging youth in constructive discussions with family, school and community;
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Increase and share knowledge of intervention strategies to prevent youth at risk from engaging in criminal and/or gang activities