Youth Creative Conference

Silencing the Guns

Our flagship initiative focuses on harnessing the creative potential of youth to develop innovative solutions for peacebuilding and conflict resolution across Africa. Through this program, we empower young leaders to become agents of positive change in their communities.

Peace Dialogues Series

Structured dialogues bringing together youth from diverse backgrounds to discuss conflict resolution strategies.

1,200+ participants across 15 countries

Digital Peace Campaigns

Youth-led social media campaigns promoting peace messages and countering violent narratives online.

5M+ reach on social platforms

Community Mediation Training

Practical training for young leaders to serve as mediators in their local communities.

350+ certified youth mediators

FLAGSHIP PROGRAM

Youth Peace Ambassadors

Youth Leadership Academy

Building a new generation of ethical, innovative and resilient young leaders equipped to address local and global challenges.

Leadership Workshops

Intensive sessions focused on ethical leadership, strategic thinking, and decision-making in complex situations.

Duration: 2-3 days4 workshops per year

Certificate Program

Comprehensive six-month program covering leadership fundamentals, project management, public speaking, and community engagement.

Applications: Twice yearly100 participants per cohort

Leadership Fellowship

Elite one-year program with mentorship, networking, seed funding, and placement opportunities for exceptional young leaders.

Annual selection25 fellows per year

INNOVATION HUB

Youth Creative Spaces

Creative Labs

Our Creative Labs provide physical and virtual spaces where young people can explore, experiment, and collaborate on creative projects that address social challenges and promote peace.

Access to equipment, software, and resources for digital content creation, design, and prototyping
Regular workshops and skill-building sessions led by industry professionals
Project incubation support for promising ideas with potential for social impact
Exhibition opportunities to showcase youth projects to wider audiences

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Mentorship Program

Connecting young talents with experienced professionals and leaders who provide guidance, support, and opportunities for growth.

One-on-One Mentorship

Personalized guidance from experienced professionals in creative fields, leadership, and peacebuilding.

Group Mentorship

Collaborative learning environments where multiple mentees work with experienced mentors on shared goals.

Career Guidance

Structured support for professional development, including resume building, portfolio review, and networking opportunities.

Industry Connections

Access to a network of professionals and organizations for internships, collaborations, and employment opportunities.

Peace Innovation Hackathons

Collaborative events that bring together diverse youth to develop innovative solutions to conflict and violence through technology, design thinking, and creative approaches.

Annual Peace Tech Hackathon

A 48-hour event focused on developing digital solutions for conflict prevention and resolution.

500+ participants25 countries

Regional Design Sprints

Two-day workshops addressing specific regional conflict challenges through creative design solutions.

Quarterly events100 participants each

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COLLABORATIVE INNOVATION

YCC Initiatives