Eastern Africa Youth Conference (EAYC), Kenya

IofC in Brief

Who we are: Initiatives of Change (IofC) is a world-wide movement of people of diverse cultures and backgrounds, who are committed to the transformation of society through changes in human motives and behaviour, starting with their own.

The visitors were welcomed at the Parliament of White Nile State with dancing by the Fellata community, who are of Nigerian Hausa origin

Purpose: We work to inspire, equip and connect people to address world needs, starting with themselves, in the areas of trustbuilding, ethical leadership and sustainable living.

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?

Determined 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.

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Eastern Africa Youth Conference pdf

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