<\/a><\/p>\nOn Wednesday, August 16, 2023, the Young Men\u2019s Christian Association of Liberia (YMCA) convened a national youth peace summit in Monrovia, gathering young representatives from all fifteen counties. The summit aimed to facilitate discussions among young participants about the significance of upholding democratic values and ensuring peaceful elections.<\/p>\n
Mr. E. Timotheus Kamaboakai, CEO of YMCA Liberia, highlighted in his opening remarks that one of YMCA\u2019s principal objectives is to transform young people from mere bystanders to engaged citizens who take responsible actions for societal development. He emphasized that the YMCA\u2019s mission empowers young individuals to vocalize their concerns, address prevailing issues, and have a positive impact within their communities.<\/p>\n
Kamaboakai further acknowledged that the ongoing election campaign has witnessed counterproductive elements, signaling a wake-up call for corrective actions. He noted YMCA\u2019s longstanding role in peace-building, underscoring their commitment to preparing the youth for peaceful elections. He added, \u201cWe strive to ensure that young women and girls not only exercise their right to vote but also actively participate in the electoral process, while also fostering awareness about the significance of nonviolent election processes.\u201d<\/p>\n
Kamaboakai posed a challenge to young people to become ambassadors of peace, stressing that Liberia\u2019s transformation hinges on their active involvement. He emphasized that information is a cornerstone of democracy, asserting that a robust democracy necessitates an informed citizenry. He expressed concern about the prevalence of militancy and hate speech in the nation\u2019s democratic landscape.<\/p>\n
The summit operates under the aegis of the YMCA Civil Peace Service program, with the Youth Peace Actors Summit acting as a platform for collective action among peace advocates. The initiative\u2019s objective is to protect and promote peace in the lead-up to, during, and after elections.<\/p>\n
Carried under the theme \u201cUpholding Democracy and Sustaining Peace,\u201d the summit targets 500 youth leaders, political party youth wings, civil society organizations, student leaders, auxiliary groups, and community peace builders spanning all twelve Liberian counties. This event serves as an extension of various civic engagements, youth peace camps, and recently concluded civic competence and election readiness training programs conducted across the nation under the YMCA Civil Peace Service.<\/p>\n
Through these multifaceted actions, the YMCA strives to galvanize community-driven efforts in carrying out civic and voter education. The organization aims to increase citizen participation in identifying early warning signs, countering hate speech, addressing election irregularities, and making informed choices while coexisting harmoniously.<\/p>\n
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