Edward Kankhomba
Malawi
Young people’s untapped potential to change their environment. However the challenge has always been inadequate recognition of youth as partners but as subjects leading to tokenism representation and support from developing partners. I have always been a part of Malawi’s youth work. Working for Malawi’s first Private radio station, Power 101 FM, hosting two of the country’s top youth focused talk shows led me into activism. Using my media position, I initiated and cofounded Stars... ( ler mais)
MG NETWORK
Nigeria
An issue that matters to me is [youth] leadership. As I observed the leadership pursuits of my peers, I saw how easily good intentioned-leaders became corrupted leaders, and how charismatic leaders became narcissistic. Some leaders that I admire in history are Malcolm X, Martin Luther King, and Nelson Mandela who not only voiced the many injustices against people of African descent, but who also called for equality for all. ( ler mais)
Jonathan Osas
Nigeria
Speaking out against injustice. Advocacy for less privilege and those who are unable to plead their cause. seeking and reaching out for change is what inspire me. I want to see young adults making an impact in their world. I like to challenge young people to be more aware of the issues that affect them and using appriopriate advocacy skills to seek a change in policies, culture and traditions that help perpetuate these issues. ( ler mais)
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