Who We Are

Y-ACT, Youth in Action, was formed at Amref Health Africa by a group of young innovators in 2017 to address challenges prioritized by the youth. We have become one of the region’s most influential youth-led movements. Y-ACT provides tailored training, mentorship, coaching and coalition-building support to African youth advocates and youth organizations. We believe that Africaโ€™s youth have a tremendous opportunity to shift in-country and regional policy landscapes, address challenges that the youth face, and achieve their full potential.

Winning Models

Youth-led | Youth-driven | Meaningful Youth Engagement

Regional Campaigns

Y-ACT DNA

Our Partners

comic-relief

Why is youth health still overlooked in policy? ๐Ÿค” SRHR, along with mental health, is crucial for shaping our future, yet access remains limited. Letโ€™s discuss potential solutions.

๐Ÿ“… Feb 21 | 2 PM EAT
๐Ÿ”— Register now: https://amref.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_8ECPEZZvTgeJ_mtXrw06Jw#/registration

#YouthOnTheRise #AHAIC2025

A thriving African science and innovation community is key to tackling local health challenges, and @wellcometrust is leading the way by funding research for equitable health solutions.

At #AHAIC2025, together with the Wellcome Trust and many other key partners, weโ€™ll exploreโ€ฆ

The @gatesfoundation is driving life-saving innovations and sustainable health solutions to build a more resilient Africa, steadfast in their commitment to tackle poverty, disease, and health inequities.

Join the @gatesfoundation and other global health leaders in Kigali (Marchโ€ฆ

Education is key to ensuring bodily autonomy and empowering communities. Join @AHAIC_Amref in Kigali to explore how equitable access to #SRH can drive change, protect lives, and secure a healthier Africa.

๐Ÿ”— https://ahaic2025.eventify.io/t2/tickets

#ConnectedForChange @YACT_Africa @covaw

Mental health serves as a reminder that no one is immune to lifeโ€™s challenges. Addressing #mentalhealth should be a priority. Join @YACT_Africa today as they advocate for inclusive health policies, ensuring no one is left behind.

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@Power2YouthKe

Last week, we joined activists at the European Parliament for the #SpeakUP campaign, advocating for youth-led action to end Female Genital Mutilation (FGM). Young people are the movement! ๐Ÿ’ช๐ŸพHuge thanks to @amrefit for leading this initiative! #EndFGM #YouthLeadership

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