Civic Voice

Civic Voice Initiative seeks to ignite a transformative movement that enhances African youth participation in civic and political life.

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As the consortium takes shape, it represents a significant step toward building stronger partnerships and a more inclusive civic space where young people can meaningfully influence policies and decisions that affect their lives.

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Civic Voice brought together civil society organizations and grassroots actors for a final convening to solidify the framework and Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for a new consortium dedicated to advancing youth participation in governance, democracy, and electoral processes.

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The discussions also reaffirmed a shared commitment to ensuring that young people are not merely participants in governance processes, but active leaders shaping the future of their communities and country.

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In Kisumu County, young changemakers gathered for a hands-on learning session led by Civic Voice, focusing on what it truly takes to drive civic engagement, build collective power, and organize for change.

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By equipping young people with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to organize effectively, Civic Voice continues to strengthen youth leadership and support citizen-led movements that contribute to more responsive, accountable, and inclusive governance.

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Civic Voice was in Kisumu County bringing together young leaders for an interactive training on civic participation, collective action, and movement building.

The sessions blended practical learning and dialogue, helping participants explore how change happens in communities.

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Discussions highlighted barriers to youth participation—access to IDs,unemployment, and political disillusionment.Participants linked these to local issues, from service delivery & security to jobs and gender equality,while exploring ways to engage leaders and advocate for change

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As Kenya approaches another election, the central question is not only how many young people will vote, but how they will participate in shaping governance before, during, and after the electoral period.

Read: https://t.co/X2mT1eIvvQ

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Overall, the engagement reflected growing cohesion among stakeholders and strengthened commitment to a coordinated, youth-centered approach to civic and electoral engagement.

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Civic Voice brought together civil society and grassroots actors once again for a continued convening aimed at strengthening youth participation in governance and electoral processes.

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We also worked through the thematic focus areas that will shape joint programming & advocacy, ensuring that priority issues reflect the realities and needs of young people.The discussion helped sharpen shared understanding & move the group closer to a common framework for action

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Galana Road in Kilimani, Nairobi, has officially been renamed after Pheroze Nowrojee following approval by the Nairobi County government.

A Senior Counsel, longtime member of the International Commission of Jurists Kenya (ICJ Kenya) and a courageous human rights champion, he made great contributions to justice, constitutionalism, and the rule of law that helped shape Kenya’s democratic journey.

His legacy now lives on in the city he served.

Read more about his life and legacy: https://t.co/697E6G0Ete

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Galana Road in Kilimani, Nairobi, has been renamed after Pheroze Nowrojee, SC. It might look like a small act, just a name on a sign, but it carries a big meaning. Pheroze stood for justice. He spoke out when it was risky. He believed the law should protect the weak. 1/2

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Civic Voice is bringing civil society and grassroots actors together to strengthen youth participation in Kenya’s democracy, shifting from fragmented efforts to collective action that empowers young people beyond the ballot.