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1. BACKGROUND
Africa is the youngest continent, with more than 60% of its population under the age of 25. This demographic advantage presents both opportunities and challenges. While African youths are creative, resilient, and resourceful, they face persistent issues such as unemployment, inadequate education, social inequality, climate vulnerability, and limited participation in governance.

The African Youth Movement (AYM) was founded in 2012 as a pan-African, youth-led initiative to harness the energy, innovation, and leadership of young people. The movement provides a platform for African youth to work collectively toward unity, social justice, and sustainable development, while amplifying their voices at local, national, and global levels.

2. VISION
A united, peaceful, and prosperous Africa powered by the leadership, innovation, and resilience of its youth.

3. MISSION
To empower African youth to lead social change, advocate for justice, and drive sustainable development across the continent.

4. GOALS
• Foster Pan-African unity and solidarity among youth.
• Promote youth participation in governance, peace, and democratic processes.
• Empower youth with skills, knowledge, and resources for innovation and entrepreneurship.
• Champion gender equality, social justice, and human rights.
• Build a sustainable platform for youth-led climate action and community development.

5. OBJECTIVES
• Develop youth leadership through training, mentorship, and capacity-building programs.
• ⁠Strengthen youth engagement in governance and decision-making at AU, UN, and national levels.
• ⁠Advocate for education reform, youth employment, and entrepreneurship opportunities.
• ⁠Mobilize youth for peacebuilding, conflict prevention, and civic participation.
• ⁠Foster cross-border collaboration and networking among African youth organizations.

6. PROPOSED ACTIVITIES
• Youth Leadership Summits & Trainings – annual regional and continental events.
• Policy Advocacy Campaigns – engaging with AU Agenda 2063, SDGs, and national policies.
• Entrepreneurship & Skills Programs – innovation hubs, digital skills workshops, and business incubation.
• Climate Action Initiatives – tree planting drives, renewable energy projects, and youth climate networks.
• Peace & Governance Forums – youth dialogues, voter education, and civic engagement projects.
• Gender & Inclusion Programs – mentorship for young women and support for marginalized groups.

7. STRUCTURE OF AYM
• General Assembly – highest decision-making body.
• Executive Board – President, Vice President, Secretary-General, Assistant Secretary-General, Treasurer, Director of Mobilization, Director of women and Gender
• National Chapters – grassroots implementation at country level.
• Working Groups – thematic focus (Climate, Governance, Education, Gender, Entrepreneurship).
• Volunteers & Members – youth at community level driving change.

8. RESOURCES NEEDED
• Financial support for events, trainings, and grassroots projects.
• Partnerships with governments, NGOs, and private sector.
• Human resources – youth volunteers, mentors, and professionals.
• Digital platforms for coordination, communication, and advocacy.
• Logistical support for outreach, research, and monitoring.

9. MONITORING & EVALUATION (M&E)
• Indicators: number of trained youth leaders, youth participation in governance, employment opportunities created, advocacy outcomes achieved.
• Methods: baseline surveys, progress reports, feedback forms, stakeholder consultations.
• ⁠Evaluation: annual impact assessments and independent reviews to measure effectiveness.

10. EXPECTED OUTCOMES
• Increased youth participation in decision-making processes across Africa.
• Stronger networks of young leaders collaborating across borders.
• Improved access to education, employment, and entrepreneurship opportunities.
• Enhanced peacebuilding, social justice, and gender equality initiatives.
• A sustainable, united, and youth-driven Pan-African movement.