Get to know more about us We envision cities planned, built and governed to encourage youth development and safety, with a key mission to shape Urbanism for children and young people. We believe that children and young people are the urban future. The goal is to design, construct, and manage cities in a way that promotes the development and well-being of children and young people. This includes prioritizing their safety and creating an environment that is conducive to their growth and success. The belief is that children and young people are the future of urban environments and, therefore, their needs and perspectives should be taken into account in the planning and management of cities. This approach to urbanism places a strong emphasis on creating spaces and opportunities that support the healthy physical, social, and emotional development of children and young people. By designing cities with children and young people in mind, it is hoped that they will be able to thrive and contribute to the growth and vitality of their communities. Our Approaches Advocacy Through strategy, we actively express and support any idea that influences the opinions and decisions of people, organizations and governments... Read more Social justice In a socially-just society, human rights are respected and discrimination is not allowed to flourish. It’s seen through the lens of traits like race, class, sexuality, and gender... Read more Innovation Youth innovation refers to the ability of young people to come up with new ideas and find creative solutions to problems. Read more Humaniterian Action Humanitarian action in urban areas is becoming increasingly important as more and more people are moving to cities. Read more Our Vision At Youth and Urbanism Youth-led Organisation, We believe in the daring, brave, impulsive, energetic, and self-assured nature of young people. Our innovative ideas, inventiveness, and boundless enthusiasm are helping to construct a better world. We use our optimism to create a future that we all want, and we are problem solvers with a lot of potential to make a good social impact in the world via creativity. We envision cities planned, built and governed to encourage youth development and safety, with a key mission to shape Urbanism for children and young people. We believe that children and young people are the urban future. More about us Our Donors and Partners We can all help fulfill SDGs Sustainable Cities 45% Climate Action 60% Gender Equaity 30% Quality Education 30% Let's build the world without child abuse and neglect Child abuse and neglect are serious issues that affect millions of children around the world. It is important to take action to prevent and address these forms of abuse, as they can have long-term negative impacts on children's physical and emotional health, as well as their development and well-being.. Join initiative Success Stories Support a child initiative We look forward tooeducating children from urban informal setlements Children have the right to education Join program Our Blog Reading our blog is a great way to stay up to date on the latest news and ideas in your field of interest, as well as to expand your knowledge and gain new insights. Our blog is filled with engaging and informative articles, written by experts in their respective fields. Dec, 2022 2 Covid-19 Response Kenya’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic: a balance between minimising morbidity and adverse economic impact. Dec , 2022 3 #NoMoreHunger The food security situation has been on a worsening trend in the Arid and Semi-Arid Lands (ASAL) due to the poor performance of rainfall. Dec 19, 2021 9 Child Education We took to research on the number of children and families, child education is the key to an educated future. Read more Our Programs Our programs are designed to promote the well-being and development of children and young people in the urban environment, and to ensure that they are able to participate fully in the planning and development of their communities. Climate Justice Humanitarian response Girls get equal Child Protection Volunteer Program SRHR Internship Program Get to know more Be a Volunteer Today If you're passionate about helping children and young people, we encourage you to consider becoming a volunteer with our organization. By joining us, you can help shape urbanism in a way that is inclusive and supportive of children and young people..Application is simple and takes less than 5 minutes. Become a volunteer Would you want to be part of this If you have any questions or would like to get in touch with us, please don't hesitate to contact us. 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Get Involved What we do What we do Our Impact Areas Youth and Urban Environment Climate and Humanitarian Emergencies Gender Equality Child Protection and Child Rights Our Programs Youth Innovation Youth Economic Empowerement Safer Cities Urban Programming and Planning Climate Justice Urban Humaniterian Response Gender Equality anf Inclusivity Child rights and Protection The Volunteer Program Internship Program Research Sept 10, 2022 2 Covid-19 Response The response to the COVID-19 pandemic has varied in different urban centers around the world... Dec 19, 2022 9 Child Rights In urban areas, child protection efforts may involve a range of services and programs, such as child abuse... How we work How we work Our Approaches Advocacy Social Justice Humanitarian Action Innovation Partnerships Our Values We are Open and accountable We are committed to what we do We strive for a lasting Impact Advocacy; C4D Communication for development, also known as social and behavior change communication (SBCC), is... Social Justice The importance of social justice in urban development lies in its ability to promote more inclusive... Our People Our People Board Members Directors The staff Our Interns Volunteers Our Partners Our Blog Our Blog Publications Reports case Studies Research Papers News and events Our Voices voices oF the youth Stories and expaliners Stories of impact Issue Explainer Sept , 2022 15 Youth and Urbanism Youth and urbanism are two interconnected phenomena that have become increasingly ... Dec , 2022 9 SDG11 SDG11, also known as Sustainable Development Goal 11, aims to "make cities and human settlements ...". 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