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We are an innovative Malawian youth-led NGO registered with the Non-Governmental Organisations Board of Malawi, Council for NGOs in Malawi (CONGOMA), National Youth Council of Malawi (NYCOM) and the Malawi Government under the Trustees Incorporation Act. 

Our work revolves around supporting young people to reach their potential through provision of 21st century skills ( emerging technologies ie digital literacy, entrepreneurship & employability skills, business incubations and job creation to escape poverty.

Our approach improves education, health and gender equality outcomes among young people that allows them to advocate for their issues and meaningfully participate in civic engagement.

Vision

A global village where young people are able to live their dreams and lead change.

Mission

To develop the next generation of young leaders and empower them to solve the world’s toughest challenges using innovative solutions in sustainable ways

Where We Work

We operate nation-wide, collaborating with community youth-led NGOs, networks and Changemakers as well as working within government existing structures and systems to reach the most vulnerable and marginalized youth.

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Meet the Team

John Nyirenda

Executive Director

Charity Mbekeani

Programme Officer

Godfrey Malongo Jnr.

Advocacy Officer

Mervis Mwale

Finance & Administrative Officer

Austin Maliwa

Digital & Communications Officer

Chisomo Banda

Monitoring and Evaluation Officer

Mayamiko Msangaambe

Communications Officer

Kimberly Snidgers

Project Officer – Intern

Weston Mfunya

Programme Manager

Milena Stoilova

Resource Mobilization – Intern

Stewart Paul

Programme Manager

Eureka Mainga

AGYW Coordinator

Owen Chitete

Financial Management Consultant

Stewart Paul

Programme Manager

Eureka Mainga

AGYW Coordinator