LEAD CHILD AFRICA @ YOUTH INNOVATING A BORDERLESS
AFRICAN RENAISSANCE

8 – 12 December 2023 | Nairobi | Kenya

Lead Child Africa’s Participation in Youth Connekt Summit 2023: Expanding Horizons and Advancing Impact

Lead Child Africa was honored to be represented by Aleatanu Noela at the Youth Connekt Summit 2023 in Kenya. This pivotal event, organized under the auspices of the African Union Youth Division, brought together a dynamic group of young leaders to discuss and address key thematic areas relevant to Africa’s future. The summit provided valuable opportunities to enhance our initiatives and align them with broader continental goals.

Connecting Summit Focus Areas to Lead Child Africa’s Work:

1. The Renaissance of the African Dream: Discussions on revitalizing the African Dream underscored the importance of nurturing aspirations and creating opportunities for youth. We learned new strategies to inspire and empower the young people we serve, aligning our initiatives with broader continental aspirations and enhancing our support for youth development.
2. Leveraging Innovation and the Digital Era: The emphasis on innovation and digital tools was particularly relevant for expanding our reach. We are set to leverage the knowledge gained to enhance our digital marketing and social media strategies. Master class courses in these areas will help us better engage with our audience, amplify our impact, and drive our mission forward.
3. Sustainable Peace, Security, and Reconciliation: The summit’s focus on peace, security, and reconciliation provided insights into creating stable environments for growth. Lead Child Africa will integrate these learnings into our approach to fostering peace and addressing conflict in the communities we support, ensuring a safer and more supportive environment for our initiatives.
4. Enterprise Development: The Future of Africa’s Borderless Commerce: Insights on enterprise development will guide us in enhancing our support for entrepreneurship and economic empowerment. We are now better positioned to promote borderless commerce and support small-scale businesses, contributing to local economic growth and sustainability.
5. Vulnerabilities around Mental, Sexual, and Reproductive Health: The summit’s discussions on mental health, sexual, and reproductive health highlighted the need for comprehensive support systems. Lead Child Africa is committed to addressing these vulnerabilities more effectively, incorporating new strategies to support the mental and physical well-being of the communities we serve.
6. Reimagining Business for Africa’s Creative Industry, Sports, and Culture: We gained valuable perspectives on the creative industry, sports, and culture. This knowledge will inform our support for innovative projects in these sectors, fostering creativity and cultural expression as integral parts of our mission.

Expanding Opportunities through the Summit:

The Youth Connekt Summit 2023 opened doors for Lead Child Africa to explore advanced master class courses in digital marketing, social media marketing, and other relevant areas. These opportunities will empower us to enhance our digital strategy, effectively engage with our stakeholders, and further our mission of creating positive change.

By integrating these new skills and insights into our programs, Lead Child Africa is better equipped to drive impactful initiatives and support sustainable development across our communities.

For more information on the Youth Connekt Summit and Lead Child Africa’s ongoing efforts, visit Youth Connekt Africa and Lead Child Africa.