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We are a youth-centered organization dedicated to fostering urban community development. We provide marginalized groups a chance to participate in integrated activities that promote sustainable urban development while emphasizing the rural-urban nexus and the vital interconnection between these areas in driving sustainable growth.
By doing so, we aim to create quality living conditions and promote self-sufficiency, with a particular emphasis on shaping urbanism to be more conducive to the well-being of children and young people.
We envision cities planned, built and governed in ways that support youth development and are safe children and young people
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We envision cities planned, built and governed in ways that support youth development and are safe children and young people
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We actively engage with policymakers and communities to champion urban planning policies that prioritize the needs of children and youth.
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Youth involvement in urbanism promotes civic education by encouraging participatory governance among ...
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We address urgent urban challenges by providing support to vulnerable populations, ensuring safe and accessible ...
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We leverage creative solutions and cutting-edge technologies to design urban spaces that enhance youth development and well-being.
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We collaborate with local governments, organizations, and communities to co-create inclusive urban development initiatives.
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We are driven by the belief that it is up to us, the youth, to craft solutions for our generational problems. Our commitment to fostering urban community development initiatives ensures that marginalized groups have opportunities to engage in integrated activities for proper urban planning, promoting quality living conditions and self-sufficiency for children and young people.
We are dedicated to creating sustainable urban solutions that endure beyond our time, fostering environments where young people can thrive and contribute to their communities for generations to come.
Transparency and accountability are at the core of our work. We engage openly with our communities, ensuring our actions align with our mission and that we remain answerable to those we serve.
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Amplifying marginalized urban youth voices to drive local, impactful climate action solutions.
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Supporting Mathare slum communities to clean and restore the polluted Mathare River and its riparian land.
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Collaborating with youth groups to protect and restore Mathare River ecosystems, addressing urban informal settlement challenges.
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Empowering youth in urban informal settlements to lead humanitarian actions for community resilience.
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Providing study bags to children in informal slum schools to enhance access to quality education.
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Documenting and sharing transformative stories of impact from urban youth communities.
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Highlighting climate and caregiving intersections to build resilience for young girls and women in urban informal settlements.
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Equipping youth with tools and networks to create innovative, research-driven solutions for rural-urban challenges.
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Leading Africa’s youth-driven think tank to shape inclusive, sustainable, and future-ready cities.
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Engaging youth to develop innovative solutions addressing urban challenges for children and young people.
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Enhancing urban food security and creating rural youth employment through strategic satellite farming initiatives.
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Advocating for safe, sustainable public transport and walkable urban environments.
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Offering virtual learning resources to children in informal settlements for equitable education access.
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Providing opportunities for volunteers and interns to contribute skills and gain experience for impactful change.
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Uniting residents, authorities, businesses, and partners to co-create thriving urban spaces .
We uphold the highest standards of governance to ensure our youth-led organization drives sustainable urban change with integrity and inclusivity.
At Youth and Urbanism Organisation, our governance commitment as a youth-led urbanism group focuses on transparent, inclusive leadership to drive urban change. We have an independent board with diverse youth reps and experts, ensuring ethical decisions and 501(c)(3) compliance. Regular meetings, conflict policies, and disclosures promote accountability, aligning strategies with youth innovation for sustainable cities.
In organization management, Youth and Urbanism Organisation prioritizes efficient structures to support youth-empowered urbanism. We use strategic planning, open communication, and audits for dynamic operations. Youth voices in decisions foster collaboration, innovation, and inclusivity, while meeting regulatory standards.
Youth and Urbanism Organisation's program management commits to impactful youth urbanism initiatives with measurable results. We design programs like workshops and advocacy with evaluations and feedback for improvement. Public reports ensure transparency, empowering youth to lead equitable urban solutions.
Youth and Urbanism Organisation's human resources emphasize diverse, empowered teams for youth and urbanism goals. We hire inclusively, offer mentorship and training in urban skills, and promote leadership. Policies ensure fair pay, balance, and safety, aligning with labor laws and ethics.
Youth and Urbanism Organisation upholds fiscal responsibility in finance management for youth urbanism. We use strict budgeting, diverse funding, and audits for integrity. Public annual statements and donor reports allocate resources transparently to youth programs, supporting inclusive urban futures.
