Social Service Workforce Week A Decade of Progress, A Future of Promise By Kyleigh McGrail October 2023 Geretilda Basesake (left) is one of Rwanda’s 29,674 Inshuti z’Umuryango (IZU), “Friends of the Family.” IZU are some of Rwanda’s most dedicated volunteers, specifically tasked with preventing and responding to child protection
BUILDING THE ADVOCACY LEADERS OF TOMORROW Digital Youth Council Strengthens Next Generation of Changemakers Photo credit: YouthLead Launched in 2021, USAID’s Digital Youth Councilis a cohort of 12 young leaders between the ages of 18 and 25 who are focused on issues related to digital platforms and safety, and who are interested
HANDING THE MIC TO YOUNG LEADERS: USAID Launches New Youth Councils October 25, 2021 USAID is actively involving young leaders in implementation of the APCCA Strategy and the USAID Digital Strategy. https://youtu.be/jD34Gsdb6Z0 Ruth Wacuka discussing the dos and don’ts of engaging young care leavers (Video by Better Care Network) Participation does not stop at
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“Your presence in the field gives these children the feeling that someone is paying attention. It’s the first step toward making change."Manuel B., VACS Enumerator Photo Caption: Manuel B. on his way to interview youth for the VACS in Nariño, a remote area off the northwest coast of Colombia.Photo credit: Manuel B.Manuel is no stranger to violence.
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