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Ghana's National Youth Authority brought together government agencies for a day of sports, games, and friendly competition at Accra Sports Stadium. The inter-agency gala is part of month-long celebrations promoting youth engagement across the country.
A 22-year-old uncertain intern transformed into a youth program officer who now creates the same opportunities that changed her life. Grace Akua Gyan-Darkwa's story shows how mentorship and trust can unlock potential for young people across Ghana.
A proven housing model that's helped thousands of young Australians find stable homes is coming to the Northern Territory, where youth homelessness rates are the nation's highest. Advocates say youth foyers have achieved over 80% success rates in transitioning young people into safe housing.
Ghana's CEO of the National Youth Authority just challenged the world to stop treating young people as an afterthought. At Oxford University, he shared how Ghana's youth-first approach could transform nations.
UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan celebrated the nation's young people as architects of the future on International Youth Day. His message highlights how investing in youth drives national progress and global leadership.
A suicide prevention advocate is building a statewide volunteer network to support struggling LGBTQ+ youth across North Dakota's 47 legislative districts. Anyone can join, and volunteers work on their own terms to create resources and connections in their communities.
A young Ghanaian education advocate brought home two medals from a global summit in Malaysia, making Ghana the only country to earn double recognition. Henry Kweku Duah's work in data literacy and digital skills training for African youth earned him top honors among 80 delegates worldwide.
MTN Foundation's anti-drug program reached over 50,000 Nigerian students across 32 states, turning young people into peer advocates who spread hope instead of addiction. The innovative approach tackles substance abuse at its source by empowering youth to lead the change.
When 13-year-old Kaya became homeless, she found hope at Passages, a youth hub helping hundreds of young Australians rebuild their lives. The Perth center proves that basics like showers and hot meals can be the foundation for real change.
Thousands gathered in Wa, Ghana for Eid al-Fitr prayers, where religious and political leaders joined forces to combat youth drug abuse and advocate for educational reforms. Christians and Muslims pledged partnership to protect the next generation.
Zimbabwean teenage athletes are preparing for the 2024 Youth Olympic Games in Dakar, the first Olympic event ever hosted on African soil. The historic Games represent a breakthrough moment for young African athletes competing close to home.
Young people across five Ghanaian districts are getting a seat at the table where local development decisions get made. A new dialogue program is breaking down barriers that kept youth voices out of city planning and budget decisions.
Ghana is gearing up to send young athletes to Africa's historic first Youth Olympic Games in Senegal this fall, with plans that go far beyond winning medals. The team aims to develop competitors who return home as changemakers and global ambassadors.
A youth-led giving circle just celebrated two years of charitable donations by helping hundreds of feral cats get the care they need. The 100 Kids for Change Oceanside group is racing toward 100 members with help from local service clubs.
Tasmania is replacing its troubled youth detention center with a new facility that puts children's needs first, featuring small home-like buildings and cultural healing programs. The approach follows a major inquiry that exposed harm at the state's current youth prison.
A groundbreaking youth empowerment project in Ghana just expanded after reaching 28,000 young people and getting their voices into local government. The initiative is now building tools to connect youth skills with real jobs and bring mental health support into schools.
Morocco's youth football development program has impressed FIFA so much that the organization plans to replicate it across Africa. The Royal Moroccan Football Federation earned the recognition after two FIFA inspection visits revealed exceptional training methods and infrastructure.
A Ghanaian police detective is sounding the alarm on predatory network marketing schemes luring young people into overcrowded living conditions and financial ruin. His call to action is sparking national attention on protecting Ghana's most valuable resource: its youth.
Two years after a government crackdown on youth crime, the town of Moree, Australia has cut youth offending in half. The transformation shows how targeted community programs can turn around even the toughest crime challenges.
Spain's women's youth basketball teams have achieved something remarkable: 20 consecutive podium finishes across international competitions since 2022. The streak showcases one of the most dominant runs in youth sports history.
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