Young Women's Leadership Forum
Bringing together young women from diverse cultures and backgrounds, the Young Women's Leadership Forum will explore issues of global concern to young women including poverty, violence, human rights and sexual and reproductive health. Challenging speakers and thought provoking sessions will identify solutions and develop skills for young women to be effective agents of change. The two day event ensures young women's issues are integrated into the broader agenda of the YWCA movement, and offers opportunities to build networks and discover new cultures.

Guest Speakers Include

  • Felecita Hikuam - World Aids Campaign
  • Fatmire Fika - ‘Kosovo Kids for Peace’

Panel discussions include topics such as

  • Living with HIV and AIDS
  • Sexual Violence and the Law
  • Young Women’s Unemployment

The YWLF also provides advocacy training on a range of issues that will empower you to take action on:

  • Body Image and Empowerment
  • Violence Against Women
  • Sexual and Reproductive Rights

It’s not all work and no play – we are going to have fun too! Not only will there be side events taking place asking you to display your artistic skills but you will be making new friends at the Karibu! Welcome to Kenya night. Celebrations will also include the inter-cultural night where you can show everyone how wonderful your country is through dance and song.