The WYDE Civic Engagement – Women and Youth in Democracy initiativE Civic Engagement project is on a mission to transform the landscape of youth and women’s involvement in democratic processes across Sub-Saharan Africa. As we continue the journey towards fostering a more inclusive and participatory governance structure, the project consortium is thrilled to announce the NGOs selected from the second Call for Proposals.
About the WYDE Civic Engagement Project
At the heart of the WYDE Civic Engagement project is a commitment to amplifying the voices of youth and women, ensuring they play an active and influential role in shaping their communities and nations. This initiative seeks to fund and implement both national and transnational projects that champion civic engagement and participation, particularly in Global South countries, with a focus on Sub-Saharan Africa.
The scope of these projects is vast and impactful. Selected partners are tasked with leading efforts that not only enhance civic engagement but also foster grassroots democracy. Through these initiatives, the project envisions a future where youth and women are empowered to contribute meaningfully to democratic governance, ensuring that their voices resonate within the corridors of power.
Selected NGOs
Following a rigorous evaluation process, the project consortium is proud to announce the NGOs that have been chosen after the second Call for Proposal. These organisations stood out for their innovative approaches, strong commitment, and the potential to make a significant impact on civic engagement in their communities:
LOT 1
- Youth Action for Responsive Development (YARD) by Capacity Enhancement and Community Support (CAPECS Ghana) – Ghana
- Fora communautaires sur la participation citoyenne de la jeunesse dans les communes Yoto1, Vo2 et Avé2 by Action Collective pour le Développement Intégral de l’Enfance et de la jeune Fille (ACDIEF) – Togo
- Voices United for Inclusive Democracy by United Nations Association of Ethiopia – Ethiopia
- Enhancing Transparency, Citizen Participation and Access To Local Governments by National youth parliament – the gambia (NYP) – Gambia
- Kenya Youth Parliaments Development Project – Phase I by UGUNJA YOUTH PARLIAMENT CBO – Kenya
- Promoting Data-Driven Women and Youth Participation in Governance by Dignity now – Sierra Leone
LOT 2
- Améliorer l’écosystème politique pour le développement et la durabilité dans les Municipalités d’Obala et de Yaoundé II au Cameroun « EcoPô » by Community actions for Peace and sustainability (CAPS) – Cameroun
- Jeunesse Engagée pour une Démocratie Inclusive : Renforcement des Capacités Et Mobilisation Citoyenne au Bénin by Association Béninoise de Droit Constitutionnel (ABDC) – Benin
- GovTracker: Taking Action to Hold Government Accountable by Webfala Digital Skills for all Initiative – Nigeria
- Renforcer le pouvoir d’agir des jeunes tchadiens Et tchadiennes pour la promotion de la citoyenneté et la participation à la bonne gouvernance au Tchad by Action du Comité Communautaire de Programmation Alimentaire et sociale au Développement (ACOPAD) – Tchad
LOT 3
- Projet pilote de promotion de la participation citoyenne des enfants et jeunes dans la gestion des affaires publiques en Afrique de l’Ouest by Enda Ecopop et OIDP – Senegal / Benin / Togo
- Projet de Renforcement de la Participation des Femmes et des Jeunes à la vie Démocratique (PReParDem – FJ) by Éclaireuses et Éclaireurs Du Sénégal – Senegal / Guinea / Benin
These selected NGOs will now embark on a series of capacity-building and coaching sessions, organised within the WYDE Civic Engagement project’s framework. These sessions are designed to equip the organisations with the tools and knowledge needed to refine their strategies and implement their projects effectively, ensuring a profound and lasting impact on the ground.
What’s Next?
As these organisations begin their work, they will play a critical role in advancing civic engagement and fostering democratic practices within their communities. Over the coming months, we will closely follow their progress, sharing updates on how they are driving change and contributing to a more inclusive and participatory democratic process.
The project consortium is excited to support these NGOs as they lead the way in this important work, and we look forward to the positive changes that their projects will bring to the communities they serve.
Stay tuned for more updates as we continue to work towards a future where youth and women are at the forefront of democratic governance.