Lusaka, Zambia.
Youth make up a crucial part of the population in Southern and Eastern Africa. Including their voices in governance is not just desirable — it is essential. The ICLD Alumni Conference 2025 brings together local governments, researchers, alumni, civil society, and development practitioners to explore how to translate policies into real, impactful action for child and youth inclusion. The conference is arranged together with Lusaka University
Key Topics
- Children, youth, and climate change
- Youth and urban safety; child rights in public spaces
- Youth and media; the role of youth influencers
- Youth and the Sustainable Development Goals
- Youth participation in decision-making spaces
- Children and health promotion