At Y-ACT, we don’t just talk about youth-led advocacy—we embody it. This page is a vibrant archive of our pivotal gatherings, intergenerational dialogues, policy discussions, and regional engagements. Each event unites passionate youth advocates, government representatives, civil society leaders, and development partners dedicated to transforming Africa. Here, you’ll discover inspiring stories from the ground, key insights from our forums, and impactful outcomes that shape policy and community action. Whether in person or virtual, every event reflects our unwavering commitment to amplifying young voices in decision-making spaces. Join us in celebrating the powerful impact of youth-led initiatives in action.
AHAIC Youth Summit 2025: Empowering Youth for Health Transformation
Date & Location:
March 2025, AHAIC 2025 (Africa Health Agenda International Conference)
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Brief:
The AHAIC Youth Summit 2025 was a dynamic and impactful event where young leaders, policymakers, and innovators converged to advance the agenda for youth-led health transformation in Africa.
Healing Minds, Shaping Future: Mental Health Advocacy at AHAIC 2025
Date & Location:
March 2025, AHAIC 2025 (Africa Health Agenda International Conference)
Brief:
At AHAIC 2025, Y-ACT led a powerful PoP (Point of Pride) session titled Healing Minds, Shaping Future, addressing the uncomfortable truths about African mental health. With the burden of mental health issues disproportionately affecting young people, the session called for urgent action to break the cycles of silence and stigma surrounding mental well-being.
Youth-Led Advocacy for Tobacco Control at AHAIC 2025
Date & Location:
March 2025, AHAIC 2025 (Africa Health Agenda International Conference)
Partners/Stakeholders Involved:
Y-ACT (Youth in Action)
Vital Strategies
Brief:
At the AHAIC 2025, Y-ACT, in collaboration with Vital Strategies, highlighted the critical role of youth in the fight against tobacco use in Africa.
International Day of Zero Tolerance for FGM: SpeakUP for a Future Without FGM
Date & Location:
February 6th, 2025, European Parliament- Belgium
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Brief:
On February 6th, 2025, we marked the International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) at the European Parliament with a powerful advocacy event under the theme SpeakUP for a Future Without FGM.
Organizational Development and Systems Strengthening (ODSS) Training for Youth Coalition Members
Date & Location:
March 2025, Freetown, Sierra Leone
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Brief:
Y-ACT successfully concluded a three-day capacity-building training in Freetown, Sierra Leone, focused on Organizational Development and System Strengthening (ODSS) for youth coalition members under the “Empowering Youth for Effective SRHR and Policy Advocacy” project.
Youth Power Hub Assessment: Advancing Youth-Led SRHR Advocacy Across Africa
Date & Location:
2024, Youth Power Hub Policy brief and study
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Brief:
In 2023, the Youth Power Hub conducted a comprehensive assessment of youth-led social accountability efforts across Africa, focusing on advancing sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR).
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