Youth and Society (YAS)

We are a frontline Human Rights and Governance Watchdog

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#RefugeeGovernance

This weekend, we are thrilled to partner the Association of Magistrates in Malawi (AMMA) in hosting a 'Policy and Legal Reflection Session' on refugee governance and human Rights. The honourable magistrates are drawn from across Malawi.

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#HRDAward

Mr. Alexius Kamangila, is the 2024 Malawi Human Rights Defender of the Year. Ms. Selina Kainja, Vice President of the Political Science Association of Malawi, received the award on his behalf. Congratulations!

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#2024HRDsDay

Safeguarding Civic Space during Elections. A High-Level Panel Discussion, comprising CEO of the Malawi Electoral Commission, Mr.Andrew Mpesi; Oxfam Country Director, Lingalireni Mihowa; and counsel Benedicto Kondowe, Chairperson for National Advocacy Platform (NAP)

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#IHRDsDay

A fantastic Panel Discussion on "Bolstering Inclusive Space: Expanding the Role of Women and Youth HRDs in Malawi". We were privileged to be joined by the Malawi Ombudsman, Hon. Malera, President of Women Lawyers, Ms. Chisomo Govonor, and youth activist Ms.Theu

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Solidarity Assembly on the International Human Rights Defenders Day
#TogetherWeDefend #YAS

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Solidarity Walk. International Human Rights Defenders Day.
#TogetherWeDefend #YAS

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2024 International Human Rights Defenders Day (IHRDD)!

Together with our partners - Malawi Human Rights Commission , CHRR , and HRDC, on December 9, we led the Malawi civil society and various stakeholders in commemorating the Day in Lilongwe City. #TogetherWeDedend #YAS

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STAKEHOLDERS DIALOGUE ON REFUGEE GOVERNANCE.

On December 6, we convened a Multi-stakeholder Dialogue on Refugee Governance - bringing together various partners including government and CSOs to take stock of major developments in refugee governance in the ending year, 2024.

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#YouthInElections

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#YouthInElections

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On Monday this week we hosted a training session in procurement monitoring for the Institutional Integrity Committee of Mzuzu City Council and Mzuzu city CSO Network (MCISON). The training is part of our Action for Integrity initiative supported by UNDP Malawi #Action4Integrity

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Join the 2024 International Human Rights Defenders Day

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#16DaysOfActivism

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Vote for the "2024 Human Rights of the Year" of your choice!

Fill out the nomination form:
https://t.co/QiNrHpF5xR

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YAS STATEMENT CELEBRATING Tabitha TC11 Chawinga and Temwa TC6 Chawinga.

"At YOUTH AND SOCIETY, we view the Chawinga sisters as more than just athletes; they are cultural icons, ambassadors of hope, and symbols of resilience and determination", reads part of the statement.

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REGIONAL STAKEHOLDERS DIALOGUE ON ELECTIONS!

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REGIONAL MULTI-STAKEHOLDER DIALOGUE ON ELECTIONS.

On Friday, YAS in partnership with Zivik Funding Programme was privileged to host a Stakeholders Dialogue on “Building Collaboration in Advancing Inclusive, Peaceful, and Credible 2025 Elections" in Mzuzu.

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Taking the #Zatikwana Anti-Corruption Campaign to University of Malawi. Poetry Night. #Zatikwana

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Malawi Imposes Fuel Rationing Following Shortages https://t.co/vBgCnBQVve via @BarronsOnline

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Joseph Mwale spotlights the devastating reality of refugee life inside the Dzaleka refugee camp. @YAS_Malawi @HumanRightsMW @Welthungerhilfe