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A8. One of the lessons that the older generation can learn from the younger generation is making a difference through the use of social media platforms. I believe that this is a lesson the younger generation is more equip in helping the older generation.
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A7. Lessons such as overcoming challenges that include rejection, failed projects etc. The older generation has more experience in this, compared to the youth and their advice can be very helpful.
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A6. Give the youth a platform to demonstrate their creativity in the organisations, to share their ideas freely and have them heard out. The young people should also be given the opportunity to lead the implementation process of their ideas.
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Q6: Eric from Mexico asks "What are one or two concrete actions organisations can take to foster better intergenerational solidarity and cooperation?"
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A4. Do Not Be Discouraged! Keep working on making a difference. There will be always be that one person that comes along that will help you as long as you do not give up. Keep 👏 at 👏 it 👏, you will eventually be recognized.
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Q4: @KathiaS8 from Nicaragua asks "What advice do you have for young people facing age related barriers and ageism when trying to make a difference?"
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A3. Show their commitment towards sustainable development by doing what they can without waiting for older generations' help. They can do this through actions at a communal level such as volunteering, tutoring and mentoring people younger than them.
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Q3: @NavdeepPasricha from Australia asks "What can young people do to gain deeper trust from older generations to increase their participation in development?"
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A2. More and more opportunities that allow the youth to demonstrate their capabilities. These opportunities can come through more internships for young people, more funding towards young people' start ups, youth networks etc.
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Q2: Clement from Cameroon asks "What can be done to shift the mindset of many organisations to see young people as partners in development, as opposed to beneficiaries alone?"
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A1 .The youth are important because the sustainable development being worked towards is meant to make their lives better in the future as they are the future! It is only right that they are involved in decisions that impact their future.
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Q1: To kick off our panel @DipikaBadal from Nepal asks "Why are young people and youth led organisations so important to achieving sustainable development?"
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Hello everyone, Happy International Youth Day! I am Grace from Lesotho in Southern Africa. I am pleased to be a part of this panel :)
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Q's will be posed to our expert panel on this account and answered using #boostyouth over the next hour. We have experts joining in from all continents to share their insights and perspectives on #IYD2022
To our experts, please introduce yourselves and where you're from!
I will share my experiences and perspectives on ageism & how #youngleaders can overcome these barriers as an Expert Panelist LIVE here on Twitter on #IYD2022
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12 Aug | 12pm - 1pm GMT
Questions will be posted on @WeAreGCM & I'll share my insights using #boostyouth
As AFCON has come to an end, here is a thread of the best/funniest moments in AFCON. (Will add more to the thread if I missed some) Sit back and enjoy :)
@MatsepoRamakoae Honorable Minister, I am a 23 yr old International Politics graduate seeking an internship in your ministry. I studied in China and have been an intern before. I have my CV ready and would love your assistance Mme 🙏🏾
@BitlaLeAhlame Honorable Prime Minister, I am a 23 yr old International Politics graduate seeking an internship in our government. I studied in China and have been an intern before. I have my CV ready Ntate and would love your assistance 🙏🏾