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Conflict Prevention, Peacebuilding & youth empowerment advocate @ UNDP 🌍 ⚠️TW&R-TWs are my own

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Joined July 2009
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“Let this Creatives4Peace Youth Forum therefore be more than a celebration of African creativity. Let it be a working session for change. Let us leave with stronger partnerships, practical recommendations and a shared commitment to ensure that creative talent can become sustainable opportunity.” Martin Hart-Hansen, Deputy Resident Representative, Officer-in-Charge, @PNUDCameroun, addressing young creators at the Creatives4Peace Youth Forum. #Creatives4PeaceYouthForum @undp4youth @Gen17YL @gen17 @gen17 @undpafrica @mharthansen #generation17 #GlobalGoals @UNDPAfrica
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A timely debate on youth and the future of governance & peace organized by @RPUA_OIF! Join us in-person at @AUC_PAPS or online- register 👇 @UNDP4Youth
Génération Paix ? Join us on 23 March in Addis Ababa and online for a reflection forum on the concrete role of youth in conflict prevention, dialogue and social cohesion. 🔗 shorturl.at/Nf69n #IAmGenerationPeace
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Thrilled to have @UNDPAfrica convening with the @AUC_PAPS an inter-generational dialogue on Gen Z and youth's role on peace and security in the continent. Join us online or in person if you are in Addis Ababa #Ethiopia
💬 Join our #AUSummit side event on Gen-Z, political transitions & governance in Africa. A focused discussion on governance, the rule of law and how youth civic engagement intersects with political transitions across #Africa. 🗓️ 13 Feb. ℹ️ bit.ly/4kohcNw
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A full day of children and youth-led discussions focusing on what needs to change to ensure youth have access to jobs and what partnerships are 🔑 ➡️ achievement of #SDGs – at Kampala, Uganda
A pleasure to have represented @ahunnaeziakonwa at the #ARFSD11 Children & Youth pre-forum: An inspiring conversation with young voices from across the continent, clear in their priorities & ambitious in their vision. Equipping youth with skills, capital and networks is central to achieving the #SDGs and realizing #TheAfricaWeWant
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Connect for the Children and Youth's Pre Event, co-organized by @UNDPAfrica, @ECA_OFFICIAL and the @GovUganda on Job Creation and the Realization of the SDGs on 8 April in person (Sheena and Meera rooms) or online and listen to our Director @mznaab and many youth representatives! – at Ethiopia
📍@UNDP’s engagement at #ARFSD2025 kicks off on 6 April in Kampala. Explore our line-up of dialogues and side events on energy access, carbon markets, youth employment, digital innovation and more. Register to events 👇 🔗 bit.ly/4lv551t #SDGs #Agenda2063
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🌍 Join us for an inspiring dialogue: “Young Women at the Forefront on Climate Action, Peace and Security: Major Challenges Ahead” 🔵 10 April at 10 AM EST/ 2PM UTC 🔗 RSVP: undp.zoom.us/meeting/registe… #Youth2030 #youth4climate #youth4peace #GCYPS
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National Action Plans on #YPS serve as a tool to empower youth in peace and security processes. Join us on Friday for a peer2peer exchange in Africa, the continent leading on this agenda! @UNDPAfrica @UNDPPA @UNFPA_ESARO @BurundinAddis @AUC_PAPS @AU_AYAPs – at Ethiopia
2025 marks 10 years of the Youth, Peace & Security Agenda! 🌍✨ Join us on Friday as governments, youth & civil society share insights and experiences on #YPS National Action Plans in Africa Be part of this key discussion on #AfricaYPS #Youth4Peace !
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Inclusivity in political processes, governance and development is pivotal for sustainable peace and more resilience societies! Check this @UNDPAfrica, @AUC_PAPS and @issafrica event and register 👇 – at Ethiopia
🛑 REGISTER: bit.ly/4gJi50B What policy shifts can drive inclusive development in 🇧🇫 🇬🇳 🇬🇦 🇲🇱 & 🇳🇪? Our upcoming report launch explores insights from top experts. Right after: an #IAMSahel immersive data & storytelling experience highlighting the region's promise 🩵
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Don't miss the opportunity to hear from gov and youth on their experiences designing and implementing National Action Plans on #YPS. Join us in person if you are in Addis 🇪🇹 or online 👇 @UNDP4Youth @UNFPA @UNDPPA @AUC_PAPS @BurundinAddis @OIFrancophonie – at Ethiopia
2025 marks 10 years of the Youth, Peace & Security Agenda! Join governments, youth & civil society at @ECA_OFFICIAL or online, as they share experiences on National Action Plans for YPS in Africa. Join online: bit.ly/3WPgOgt #YPSat10 #Youth4Peace #AfricaYPS
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Great opportunity for youth in 🌍Fellowship 2 empower young African leaders to take bold climate action by mastering climate finance. Check the requirements, scan the QR code on the poster or click the link to Apply Now: forms.gle/HysfDd7jEsnv7L… #aycap #auc – at Ethiopia
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Dear Friends, For the past three years, you have followed and supported us as @UNDPBorderlands, helping us amplify the voices and stories of Africa’s borderland communities. We’re deeply grateful for your engagement and partnership.
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Join us today at this webinar to discuss how to further engage #youth on the operationalization of the revised #AU Post-Conflict Reconstruction and Development Policy. @CairoPeaceKeep @_AfricanUnion Center for #PCRD. – at Ethiopia
#CCCPA & the @_AfricanUnion Center for #PCRD are holding a webinar on “Leveraging #African #Youth Perspectives for Operationalizing the #AU Post-Conflict Reconstruction and Development (AU-PCRD) Policy” on 11 Nov (15:30-16:30, GMT+2). Join us via : us06web.zoom.us/j/8863728628…
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This is your opportunity to have a voice into @UNDP priorities for the next years! – at Ethiopia
Your input is essential for our Strategic Plan 2026-2029.🌐 📢This November, we’re consulting with key stakeholders to help us design a future focused strategy for advancing the #SDGs. Join the conversation now: bit.ly/4fbmlF7
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Mediators cultivate a culture for peace and insider mediators even more at community level. Peace is 🔑 for sustainable development for all. @UNDP #InternationalDayofPeace2024
"Peace isn't a project; it's a commitment to humanity." The stories of insider mediators show how individuals can drive change w/in their communities. On #PeaceDay, see how we work w/ the #EU on strengthening conflict prevention & peacebuilding efforts. go.undp.org/oZd
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It is worth reflecting about this 👇 on the International Peace Day. @UNDP @UNDPAfrica #InternationalPeaceDay2024 – at Rome, Lazio
It takes a village to cultivate & sustain a culture of peace. In Benin, Côte d'Ivoire, Ghana, Togo & Burkina Faso @UNDP's #AtlanticCorridor project works with local champions for ☮️& stability. Read more: bit.ly/3B8Np8S @NorwayMFA @GermanyDiplo @DanishMFA @AusAmbGHA
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SIPRI seeks a Senior Researcher to lead research on #ClimateSecurity risks. - PhD + 5 years experience - proven track record on climate & security - Proven fundraising experience Apply Now! web103.reachmee.com/ext/I021…
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Check the countries and see if you can apply for the #UN Young Professionals Programme 👇 – at Rome, Lazio
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Time to vote, don't let others decide for you! – at Curaçao
If polarization is the problem, investing in development is the solution. As EU citizens go to the polls, @UNDPEU's @camillabruckner spotlights how cooperation is key to tackling 🌎 challenges & our work with the #EU to build effective governance systems. go.undp.org/ZDS
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Facilitado pela Marta Henriques Pereira, o podcast Caminhos Globais debate como portugueses fazem carreira em organizações internacionais. Tive o prazer de participar, falando sobre a minha experiencia no @UNDP Podes ouvir-nos em rtp.pt/play/p12971/e755769/c… @rtppt #RDP #RTP #undp
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