A continent-wide
network of changemakers
Thousands of young leaders across 23+ countries, alumni, fellows, partners and volunteers, all moving Africa forward together. There's a place here for you.
Four ways to
move with us
However you show up, funding, mentoring, fellowship or dialogue, your contribution compounds across the continent.
Mobilizing youth
for peace
Launched as an outcome of the YouLead Summit 2020, EAYPN comprises 414 members, including YouLead Summit delegates, alumni, consortium members, and National Youth Council representatives. The network provides a platform for networking, sharing experiences, and conducting peace and security training, while mobilizing youth stakeholders for interventions in peace and security.
- 414 members across the East African region
- Peace & security training and capacity building
- A coalition for youth-led peace interventions
"YouLead didn't just give me a stage, it gave me a network, a mandate and the confidence to lead. Years later, that community is still where I turn first."
Your gift becomes
a young leader's start
Donations directly fund youth initiatives, fellowship placements and delegate sponsorships, removing the barriers between talent and opportunity.
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Our home at
MS TCDC, Arusha
Situated at the foothills of Mount Meru in Arusha, the "Geneva of Africa", MS TCDC is a Pan-African training centre driving sustainable development and social transformation. Our space is open for partners, fellows and community members.
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alongside us?
Join thousands of young Africans turning ambition into impact.