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SUMMARY:Symposium on Gender Inclusion and Youth Civic Integration
DESCRIPTION:On November 15\, Family World International (FAWOI) participated in a symposium organized by The Movement for Democracy\, Development\, and Transparency (MDDT) and Cliq Empire at Mountain Hotel\, Buea. The symposium utilized the Cameroon International Music Festival – CIMFEST platform to provide capacity-building training on gender inclusion\, youth civic integration\, and gender-based violence (GBV) prevention. \n\n\n\n\n\nThe symposium brought together a diverse audience\, including government officials\, civil society representatives\, private sector leaders\, artists\, and youth\, and it aimed to increase understanding and programming to promote gender inclusion\, youth civic integration\, and GBV prevention. It established a collaborative network for stakeholders and elevated the leadership voices of women\, youth\, minority groups\, persons with disabilities\, and other marginalized communities. The symposium also aligned policies and mobilized resources to meet these groups’ needs. \n\nThe event started with opening remarks by Mme Vivanje\, Deputy Lord Mayor of Buea Council\, who urged youth participation in civic engagement and GBV prevention. The keynote address by achaleke christian leke\, CEO of Local Youth Corner Cameroon\, highlighted the challenges of inclusion and the importance of youth taking ownership of their actions.\n\nPanel discussions focused on empowering stakeholders’ understanding of gender inclusion and developing strategies for youth integration and civic participation. The importance of inclusivity beyond biological sexes to encompass minorities and marginalized groups was emphasized\, and the role of CSOs and NGOs in facilitating gender inclusion was highlighted.\n\n\n\n\n\n Artists like Aunty Caro and Askia shared their journeys in music and comedy\, advocating for societal change through art. Awards were given to various youths and stakeholders for their contributions to gender inclusion and GBV prevention with an exposition of the US Exchange IVLP program by Nenapa Christelle.\n\n The symposium successfully increased awareness and collaboration among stakeholders to promote gender inclusion\, youth civic integration\, and GBV prevention in Cameroon\, setting the stage for future initiatives and partnerships to build safer\, more inclusive communities.
URL:https://www.fawoi.org/event/symposium-gender-inclusion/
LOCATION:Mountain Hotel\, Buea\, GRA Road\, Bokwango\, Buea\, South West\, P O BOX: 10020\, Buea\, Cameroon
CATEGORIES:Symposium
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SUMMARY:Youth Forum on Adaptation Finance in Africa
DESCRIPTION:The Youth Forum on Adaptation Finance in Africa (YOFAFA) is a Youth for Adaptation Finance (YAF) initiative aimed at mobilizing African youths to advocate for a fair adaptation financing system. YOFAFA\, convened by PACJA and ACSEA\, supported by various partners\, promotes participation\, transparency\, and accountability in climate adaptation financing for Africa. In 2024\, YOFAFA convened at Hotel Franco\, Yaoundé\, under the theme “More than Double Adaptation Finance\,” with over 150 youth delegates from 30 African countries and more online participants. Family World International was represented by its Secretary General.\n\n\n \nPanel Discussions \n\n\n\nOverview of Adaptation Finance Gap in Africa  \n\nAfrica\, despite contributing the least to climate change\, suffers the most from its effects. The adaptation finance gap is driven by underfunding\, access barriers\, and financial uncertainty. Annual adaptation costs in developing nations could reach over $300 billion by 2030\, yet global adaptation finance falls short\, with Africa receiving only $13 billion annually.\n\n\n \n\n\nKey Issues and Solutions\n– Under-funding: Existing adaptation finance mechanisms are insufficient.\n– Access Barriers: Complex application processes and limited project capacity.\n– Uncertainty: Long-term funding is essential but often uncertain. \n\nProposed Solutions\n– Scale Up Commitment Develop context-specific solutions.\n– Engage Private Sector Encourage grant-based rather than loan-based funding.\n– Improve Access to Finance Simplify procedures and build capacity. \n\nRole of Youth \n\nParticipants suggested valorizing local adaptation solutions\, supporting youth-led projects\, and advocating for dedicated climate adaptation funds. Emphasis was placed on transitioning to green energy and fostering collaboration across borders.\n\n\n \nWorkshop Activities \n\n\n\nEnergy Access for Resilient Health Systems\nImportance of Energy in Health Systems  \n\nHealth systems rely on leadership\, service delivery\, energy finance\, and workforce. Primary health services are most affected by energy issues\, particularly in remote areas lacking power. Clean energy is vital\, as air pollution is a major health risk. Advocacy is needed to highlight the link between climate change and energy needs in healthcare.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPanel Discussions and Workshops  \n\nThe panel Discussions covered topics like climate finance\, energy access\, public-private partnerships\, and youth engagement in climate advocacy. Workshops on the other hand identified finance gaps\, opportunities for renewable energy investments\, and developed a Call for Action document to be shared at the COP29 side event.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDemands from Participants\nYOFAFA 2024 delegates urged industrialized countries to:\n– Increase climate financing for energy access in Africa.\n– Simplify access to finance for youth-led projects.\n– Support capacity building in energy and climate finance.\n– Adopt funding models integrating energy access with adaptation needs.\n– Commit to providing a fair share of global adaptation finance to Africa. \nThese steps are crucial for achieving both adaptation and mitigation goals\, ensuring Africa’s sustainable low-carbon future.\n\n\n  \nSecretary General (FAWOI) and Dr Augustine Njamshi (Convener) \n \nProf B Sammy Chumbaw
URL:https://www.fawoi.org/event/youth-adaptation-finance-africa/
LOCATION:Hotel Franco\, Yaounde\, Rond-point de Nlongka\, Yaoundé\, Centre\, Cameroon
CATEGORIES:News
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240930
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SUMMARY:Peace Planting Symposium and Art Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:The Planting Peace Project Symposium held at the National Museum\, Yaoundé on September 30\, 2024 was convened by the Itaka Foundation\, an organization of the Piarist Fathers in Cameroon (also known as the Society of St. Joseph Calasanz)\, sponsored by the United States Embassy in Cameroon.\n\n\n\n\n\n This event saw attendance from numerous Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) and NGOs across Cameroon. Representing Family World International (FAWOI) was Secretary General Stephen A. Kube\, alongside partner organizations such as Common Action for Gender Development (COMAGEND)\, IRebuild Africa\, ROBOGA\, YALI Sports Africa\, Association for the Welfare of Albinos (AWA)\, Hope for a Better Tomorrow (HOBET)\, Association of the Vulnerable (ASOV)\, and many others. \n\n The symposium brought together esteemed guests such as Rev. Fr. Peter Afoukeze Kebei-Ghongson\, the Director of Itaka Foundation\, and his manager Sama Caspa. Representing the US Embassy were Deputy Public Affairs Officer Amanda Cauldwell\, Youth Exchanges and Alumni Coordinator Olivia Nowou\, and Public Engagement Specialist Mrs. Charlene Wantong. The event was moderated by Mrs. Sally Mboumien\, Executive Director of COMAGEND.\n\n\n\n\n\n Peacebuilding in Cameroon: Analysis of CSO and Government Approaches\nParticipants delved into various approaches by both the state and CSOs towards peacebuilding. CSO initiatives included localization of peace processes\, creating safe spaces to address sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV) and ensuring safe school environments. They emphasized awareness and advocacy for peace\, formation of the Cameroon national women’s peace convention\, enhancing community dialogue and mediation\, combating misinformation and hate speech\, and fostering partnerships and collaborations among inter-state agencies and CSOs.\n\nPeace is a place where there is no fighting and people feel comfortable living together as one. \n\n The government on its part defended state sovereignty\, hosted a major national dialogue addressing the socio-political crisis in the North-West and South-West regions\, promoted bilingualism and multiculturalism\, instituted the Presidential Reconstruction Plan (PRP)\, and established an anti-terrorism squad under the 2014 terrorism law. They also emphasized common law valorization and youth empowerment initiatives.\n\n The diaspora community’s involvement in peacebuilding was highlighted through their participation in national dialogues and conferences aimed at fostering peace.\n\n\n\n\n\n Digital Diplomacy and Peace Advocacy: Harnessing Technology for Change\nDiscussions highlighted both positive and negative aspects of technology usage. Negative attributes included cyberbullying\, propaganda\, fake news\, and incitement of violence through digital platforms. Positive attributes were fact-checking\, influencers promoting peace\, media law enforcement\, magazines and poetry for peace on social media\, and using artificial intelligence for combating misinformation.\n\n Leveraging US Government Resources for Peace Activism: A Toolkit for Changemakers\nFacilitated by the US Embassy Public Engagement Specialist\, participants were encouraged to leverage tools and skills for peace activism\, such as communication\, negotiation\, mediation\, cultural competence\, critical thinking\, advocacy\, resilience\, adaptability\, research and analysis\, social media\, emotional intelligence\, project management\, and networking. Suggested funding methods like GOFUNDME initiatives\, having strategic plans\, and partnerships were also discussed.\n\n\n\n\n\n Innovative Peacebuilding in Cameroon: Overcoming Challenges and Fostering Sustainable Solutions\nThe symposium acknowledged ongoing challenges such as lack of communication\, inequalities\, inadequate emergency preparedness\, censorship\, lack of empathy\, education deficits\, digital divide\, and exclusion. Proposed solutions included enhancing protection mechanisms for activists\, using traditional peacebuilding techniques like inter-quarter games\, community engagement in peacebuilding design\, storytelling\, family-centered peace education\, intergenerational transfer of values\, livelihood initiatives for vulnerable populations\, education for peace trainings\, mainstreaming digital literacy\, reskilling for emergency response\, and promoting youth participation.\n\n Peace Planting Art Exhibition\nThe event culminated in the Peace Planting Art Exhibition\, attended by US Ambassador to Cameroon Christopher Lamora and other state\, religious\, and community leaders like the Apostolic Nuncio to Cameroon and Equatorial Guinea whose residence was the primary home to the exhibited art by Pinna. The exhibition showcased artwork reflecting children’s need for peace to enable their education\, accompanied by the national anthems of Cameroon and the United States and inspiring speeches. \n\n\n\n\n\n This symposium and art exhibition not only highlighted current peacebuilding efforts but also set the stage for innovative approaches to sustain peace in Cameroon.
URL:https://www.fawoi.org/event/peace-planting-symposium/
LOCATION:National Museum\, Yaounde\, Ancien Palais présidentiel\, 1053 Yaoundé\, Yaoundé\, Centre\, Cameroon
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SUMMARY:Cultivating Peace
DESCRIPTION:In commemoration of World Day of Peace\, FAWOI teamed up with Bochum Samuel Bache\, a peace ambassador and the founder of Youth Advocate for Peace and Community Empowerment (YAPCEC)\, and the Ministry of Youth Empowerment and Civic Engagement (MINJEC). \n\n\n\n\n\n The event brought the youth of Buea together to mark this important occasion under the theme “Cultivating the Culture of Peace”.  The event featured discussions\, group dynamics\, and games designed to explore creative and innovative pathways to foster peace within the community. \n\n\n\n\n\n The North-West and South-West regions of Cameroon have experienced violence and insecurity over the past eight years resulting from conflict that has robbed the communities of peace. These activities were enacted to enable participants reflect and act out the pathways to achieving cohesion and peace in a conflict context or wherever such absence of peace may arise. \n\n\n \n\n\n The activities\, discussions\, and games at the event focused on responsible initiatives that foster peace at home\, in the workplace\, in schools\, and within the larger community. They also highlighted the essential traits of peacebuilders and leaders—being serviceable\, flexible\, patient\, visionary\, humble\, punctual\, diligent\, and good listeners. Participants were reminded that peace is a product of the mind and of self; for peace to ensue\, it must first begin from within. \n\n\n Seasoned professionals with peace plants in their hands shared what peace meant to them during their presentations and talks. The audience responded with insights such as “Peace starts with a smile\,” “Peace is compromise and understanding\,” “Since violence comes from the mind\, building the minds of people will foster peace\,” “Peace is truth told with charity\,” and “Punctuality is also a mode of peace.” These responses highlighted the varied perspectives on peace that participants had in mind. \n\n\n\n\n\n As the games began\, it became clear why conflicts arise between individuals and how best to address peace by understanding and listening to diverse views\, especially in conflict contexts where each person perceives threats differently and may react differently. This called for patience and an open mind. \n\n\n \n\n\n The event was a powerful reminder that peace begins from within and can be cultivated through understanding\, patience\, and active listening. It showcased the importance of fostering peace at all levels of society and provided the youth of Buea with innovative strategies to build a more peaceful community.
URL:https://www.fawoi.org/event/cultivating-peace/
LOCATION:MINJEC\, Buea\, Mount\, Buea\, South\, Cameroon
CATEGORIES:News
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