National Youth Conference on Peace and Security
Participants
Youths, policymakers, government officials, UN agencies, and more.
Youths, policymakers, government officials, UN agencies, and more.
VENUE
Eastern Premier Hotel, Koforidua
13th to 15th November, 2024
Background
The 2023 Global Peace Index highlighted a concerning decline in global peacefulness, with Sub-Saharan Africa experiencing significant challenges. Ghana, in particular, has seen a notable drop in its peace rankings, driven by escalating youth-led protests and socio-economic frustrations. Recognizing the vital role of young people in peacebuilding, the UN Security Council’s Resolution 2250 and the African Union’s Peace and Security Council emphasize the need to engage youth in these processes.
As the 2024 elections draw near in Ghana, it is crucial to recognize the pivotal role that young people can assume in both peacebuilding and political participation. Therefore, establishing platforms and implementing transformative resilience programs that actively contribute to the engagement of youth in conflict prevention and peacebuilding in Ghana is essential. The proposed National Youth Conference on Peace and Security is designed to empower the voices of Ghanaian youths, emphasizing their active role in political processes and their contributions to peacebuilding initiatives. This aligns with the objectives of SDG 16, and Aspiration 4 of AU Agenda 2063, which advocates for the promotion of peace, justice, security, and robust institutional frameworks.
About Youth Advocates Ghana (YAG)
Youth Advocates Ghana (YAG) is a youth-led non-for-profit organization dedicated to empowering young people and advancing their participation in implementing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Established in 2011, YAG focuses on community engagement, advocacy, youth-led research, and international policy. YAG also hosts the African Youth SDGs Summit, Africa’s largest youth forum for the SDGs.
YAG is registered with statutory agencies in Ghana and holds special consultative status with the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC).
Theme
Youth as Champions for Peace and Security
Conference Objectives
Dialogue Platform
Facilitate discussions among youth, government, and other stakeholders for a peaceful and inclusive society.
Youth Involvement
Enhance youth participation in governance and peacebuilding.
Experience Exchange
Promote collaboration and learning among youth-led organizations on peace, security, and governance.
Policy Influencing
Conference outcome feeds into the ongoing consultation to design National Action Plan on Youth Peace and Security
Expected Outcomes
Enhanced Understanding
Participants will gain insights into state and non-state peacebuilding efforts.
Commitment to Peace
One million youth pledges for peace, presented to the President and Parliament of Ghana.
Youth Peace Accord
Formal agreement and commitment to peacebuilding.
Youth Empowerment
Strenghthen youth Advocacy on Youth, Peace and Security
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