Tuesday, February 8, 2011 (All day) to Sunday, February 13, 2011 (All day)

EASTERN AFRICA YOUTH CONFERENCE (EAYC)

8-13 Feb, 2011

St Mary’s Pastoral Centre, Nakuru, Kenya

 

We wish to announce the upcoming Eastern Africa Youth Conference which will take on 8-13 February, 2011 in Kenya with the theme ‘BEYOND ME…It is time to act!’

Eastern Africa Youth Conference (EAYC) is a youth conference aiming at young people between the ages of 18-35 years. It is designed to guide young people towards ethical living and leadership. It is a programme of Initiatives of Change (IofC), a network of people committed to the transformation of society based on change in individuals starting with themselves.

During the conference, participants will be challenged to examine their relationships and role in society. This will be done through workshops, times of reflection, plenary sessions and community work.

VISION

An Africa that is economically prosperous, politically vibrant, ecologically sustainable and socially inclusive; a continent of people who celebrate their cultural heritage and diversity, bringing hope to the world. (Developed by Harambee 5 participants 2009 in Ethiopia and adopted by EAYC)

OBJECTIVES
  • Create a Central support system for young Eastern Africa IofC generation

  • Share experiences, learn from each other and emulate best practices

  • Challenge young people to take leadership and responsibility

  • To encourage transparency and accountability in the young Eastern Africa minds

  • To collectively search for answers for our common issues and concerns

PERIOD

EAYC conference will start on the 8 -13 February, 2011.

VENUE

St Mary’s Pastoral Centre, Nakuru, Kenya

COST

The conference will cost $150 (Ksh12, 000)

WHO CAN PARTICIPATE?

Harambee in EthiopiaDetermined and upcoming young African leaders involved with IofC activities from the eight Eastern Africa countries (Ethiopia, Uganda, Sudan, Rwanda, Tanzania, Burundi, Somalia and Kenya) who are eager for a changed society, and are ready to explore change in their own lives as part of bringing integrity and positive changes in the society.

A total of 80 successful candidates will be selected from Eastern Africa and four participants from any other African country. Prospective candidates will need to have support and recommendation from their local IofC team.

The programme outline can be downloaded here.

If you would love to be part of the conference, please contact your local IofC team or email by clicking here.