The People Dialogue Festival is committed to fostering vibrant and engaging participation while staying true to democratic ideals. It aims to bridge the gap between policymakers and citizens, valuing the input of all participants in shaping the nation's future. By integrating creative arts, the festival provides a dynamic platform for dialogue, celebrating Kenya's diverse culture and heritage. Through a variety of interactive methods such as workshops, roundtable discussions, and art exhibitions, participants are encouraged to actively engage in sessions tailored to their interests. The festival promotes learning, connection, and collaboration across different platforms, empowering attendees to contribute to discussions at their own pace and preference.
OGP Global Summit 2023 |
OGP Global Summits historically provide an opportunity for representatives of government, civil society, and others to exchange experiences, best practices, and progress on open government initiatives and implementation. This will be the 8th OGP Global Summit; previous Summits have been held in the Republic of Korea (2021), Canada (2019), Georgia (2018), France (2016), Mexico (2015), United Kingdom (2013), and Brazil (2012).
The Youth Cafe Joins The World Health Organization’s Civil Society Steering Committee | The Power Of Civil Society: Enhancing Engagement With The WHO
The World Health Organization (WHO) recognizes the importance of collaborating with civil society to achieve health for all and meet the objectives outlined in its General Programme of Work. To enhance this engagement, the WHO has established the Civil Society Commission (CSO Commission), a network to strengthen dialogue, foster collaboration, and provide recommendations to support WHO's interactions with civil society at various levels. This article examines the mission, status, vision, objectives, principles, structure, and functions of the CSO Commission, highlighting its significance in advancing global health and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
The Youth Cafe Takes Part in the World Immunization Week 2023
The Youth Cafe joined hands with other civil society organizations and community representatives in this year’s World Immunization Week. The Youth Cafe took the initiative to amplify the campaign within its networks and its vast global membership reach. The Youth Cafe also joined the conversation in the World Immunization Week Twitter Live with Dr. Katherine O’Brien, Director of Immunization, Vaccines and Biologicals at the World Health Organization (WHO).
The Youth Cafe Joins Kenya Climate Change Working Group | Youth And Climate Justice
Anti Corruption Theory Of Change | Galvanizing Every Youth’s Support In Combating Corruption
The Youth Cafe has seen an extraordinary period of growth, learning, and innovation, particularly in the critical areas of anti-corruption and good governance. Since our finding, we have witnessed a growing recognition of the pivotal role that youth play in driving accountability, transparency, and governance reforms across Africa. Amid ongoing challenges such as economic instability, the global shift towards digital activism and the lasting impact of the COVID-19 pandemic,
The Youth Café Takes Part In The Africa - Europe Week.
In the margins of the 6th European Union - African Union summit on 17 and 18 February 2022, over 10,000 delegates from Europe, Africa, and beyond participated in the first Africa-Europe Week together with 15,000 delegates in the 7th EU-Africa Business Forum (EABF). Hosted in a hybrid format in Brussels and virtually, during over 100 sessions, panel discussions, and concerts, the first edition of the Africa-Europe week was a key moment to bring together young people, civil society, and the private sector from Africa and Europe to discuss the aspects of the Africa-EU Partnership that matter to them the most. The Africa-Europe week aimed to strengthen the links connecting people from Africa and Europe.
Collaborative Futures Workshop | How New Technologies Can Support Social Justice Organizations In East Africa.
The Youth Café was invited for a 3-day Collaborative Futures Workshop, which is a hybrid hackathon and fellowship designed to help you, and fellow social justice organizations and leaders envision ways that emerging creative technology can expand your impact, understand how new technologies will shape your work and how we can change these technologies, and learn how to act on this knowledge in partnership with East Africa's boldest creatives and technologists using a Do It Yourself (DIY) ethos and active collaboration.
Youth Contributions To Good Governance And The Fight Against Corruption In A Digital World.
On the 7th of December 2021, The Youth Café, in partnership with the Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI), US Embassy, was honored to hold a Civic Leadership Speakers Forum with youth leaders in civil society organizations such as Greenpeace Africa, Me and You For Her, National Youth Council, Scion Creative, Bold Impact Africa, Techwomen Kenya, Champion for SDGs among others at the American Corner Nairobi- Moi University. It was a 3-hour session with other youth leaders joining in virtually.
Great News | We Are Nominated For Diara Awards 2020 | Please Vote For Us Under Youth Leadership Category | The Youth Cafe
We are pleased to announce to you that Willice Onyango has been nominated for the 3rd edition of the National Diversity and Inclusion Awards & Recognition 2020 in the award category I5: Diversity and Inclusion Youth in Leadership Award, celebrating outstanding young leaders under 40 years of age who are transforming the society and inspiring others to do the same. These are leaders committed to gender equality and women empowerment, inclusion of people living with disability, and a demonstrated willingness to advance knowledge on the business case for diversity and inclusion.