by Lilian Efobi In an era where Commonwealth’s significance is being questioned, there is the need to tell the stories, achievements and impacts of the 56 Commonwealth member nations. The Commonwealth Virtual Museum, which is at the forefront of a digitally enabled storytelling landscape, was launched in London on August 12, 2024, to offer member …
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Why Is Empowering the Boy Child So Controversial?
May 19by Evans Ijakaa “Boys are very easy to raise, by the way.” No, they are not. What people often …
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Environment & Climate Change | Environmental Degradation | Sustainable Development | Sustainable Development Goals | Youth Networks
COP30: A Return to Irony or Intergenerational Justice?
April 27by Bodh Maathura The irony is striking—in the same week that the first official communication paves …
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by Ruhamah Ifere A 2024 analysis has found that every minute of the day, people around the globe create 3.5 billion snapchats, share 66,000 photos and videos on Instagram, send 231 million email messages, watch 625 million videos on TikTok, and stream 2.47 million videos on YouTube. This is an astonishing and constantly expanding amount …
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Achaleke Christian, a passionate advocate for peacebuilding and an impactful change-agent in his home country Cameroon, believes that being named Commonwealth Young Person of the year in 2016 had a profound and positive influence on both his professional and personal life. Achaleke, who is also well-known internationally for his dedication and leadership, said the award, …
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A Short Bio About Yourself My name is Nathaniel Diong, and I live in Australia. I’m 23 and the founder & CEO of Future Minds Network. Today, Future Minds has empowered 13,000 young people with the skills to find jobs and launch their own ventures. This includes starting 3D-printing businesses, advanced software applications and charities …
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A Short Bio about Yourself My name is Eve Asante, I am 33 years old, and I live in Ghana. I am currently the Managing Director of Asante & Partners and have a Masters in Global Project Management. I initiated a social responsibility project dedicated to empowering the youth of Ghana by creating job opportunities …
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by Lilian Efobi Across the Commonwealth, young activists like Malala Yousafzai, Vanessa Nakate, Kelvin Doe, Bindi Karia, Ayakha Melithafa, Alika Kinan, Anote Tong, Sonika Manandhar and Rinu Oduala are using their voices and actions to cause positive changes in their communities and beyond. In recent times, the organization, mobilization, and implementation of social movements have …
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A short bio about yourself My name is Maya Kirti Nanan, a 21-year-old from Trinidad and Tobago. I am proud to be the first Diana Award recipient from my country and the Commonwealth Young Person of the Year 2023/2024. Currently, I am pursuing a BSc in Youth Development Work and I will graduate next year. …
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A short bio of yourself My name is Itoro Victor-Akpan, a 27-year-old Nigerian citizen living in England. I hold a Master’s degree in International Studies and Diplomacy from the School of Oriental and African Studies (SOAS) University of London. Currently, I am a Senior Youth Development Worker at LifeLine Projects and Head of Sponsorship and …
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A short bio of yourself My name is Best Apisit Uthakhamkong, and I am 29 years old. I hold a Bachelor of Brand Communications and a Graduate Diploma in Design, and I live in New Zealand. Currently, I serve as the Communications & Public Relations Coordinator for the New Zealand Commonwealth Alliance of Young Entrepreneurs …
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A short bio about yourself My name is Elisante Ephrahim. I was born and raised in the pastoralist community of the Maasai in northern Tanzania and I am 28 years old. I hold a master’s degree in finance and investment with a background in Economics and statistics. I am a vision bearer and the Chief …
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