Youth Policy Dialogues
Creating platforms for meaningful dialogue between Kenyan youth and policymakers on issues affecting young people's lives and futures.
Dialogue Formats Success StoriesAbout Youth Policy Dialogues
Our Youth Policy Dialogues program creates structured platforms for meaningful engagement between young Kenyans and decision-makers at various levels of governance. We believe that youth voices are essential in shaping policies that affect their lives and futures.
Through these dialogues, we bridge the gap between youth perspectives and policy formulation, ensuring that young people's concerns, ideas, and solutions are heard and considered in the development of legislation, programs, and government initiatives.
Program Objectives
- Create direct channels for youth to engage with policymakers and government officials
- Amplify youth voices in policy development and legislative processes
- Build youth capacity for effective policy advocacy and engagement
- Foster mutual understanding between youth and decision-makers
- Influence policy outcomes that address youth-specific challenges
Who Should Participate
Our Youth Policy Dialogues are designed for:
- Young Kenyans aged 18-35 interested in policy and governance
- Youth leaders and representatives from various sectors
- Young professionals working on policy-related issues
- Students and researchers focusing on youth development
- Youth with lived experiences of policy challenges
Dialogue Formats
We employ various engagement formats to ensure meaningful and productive policy dialogues.
Youth-Parliament Interface
Direct engagement sessions between youth and Members of Parliament to discuss legislative agendas and youth concerns.
Features:
- Face-to-face discussions with legislators
- Presentation of youth policy priorities
- Q&A sessions on pending legislation
- Follow-up mechanisms for accountability
County Government Engagement
Dialogues with county executives and assembly members on devolved functions affecting youth.
Features:
- Engagement with county executives
- Discussions on county budget allocation
- Youth participation in public participation forums
- Monitoring county youth policies implementation
Policy Roundtables
Intimate discussions bringing together youth experts and policymakers on specific policy issues.
Features:
- Focused discussions on specific policy areas
- Expert presentations and evidence sharing
- Co-creation of policy recommendations
- Development of policy briefs and position papers
Youth Manifesto Development
Collaborative processes for developing youth manifestos that articulate policy demands and priorities.
Features:
- Consultative manifesto development processes
- Validation forums across different regions
- Presentation to political parties and candidates
- Monitoring implementation of manifesto commitments
Impact Stories
Success stories from our policy dialogues that have led to tangible changes.
Influencing County Legislation
"Our dialogue with the Nakuru County Assembly led to the amendment of the Youth Development Fund Act, increasing allocation to youth enterprises by 30% and creating a youth oversight committee."
National Policy Change
"Recommendations from our dialogue on digital inclusion were incorporated into the National Digital Economy Strategy, leading to the establishment of digital hubs in 10 counties."
Youth-Government Partnership
"Our dialogue created a partnership between youth organizations and the Ministry of Environment, resulting in the Youth Green Jobs Initiative that has created 500 environmental conservation jobs."
Make Your Voice Heard
Join our Youth Policy Dialogues and contribute to shaping policies that affect your future and the future of Kenya.
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