Honored to Serve: A Glimpse into the minds of our GMAB ALC Building on the excitement of the recent announcement of the GMAB ALC, we're thrilled to share some of the initial reflections from our inaugural members: M.D. @KasrashviliM, @timithelaw, @marwanabdalah and @juanmanuelpc. These inspiring words from our inaugural @IRIglobal's GenDem GMAB ALC members highlight their commitment to the continued success and growth of the Generation Democracy network. We are incredibly grateful for their dedication and look forward to a fruitful collaboration. #GenDem #GMABAlumniLeadership #Empowerment

Introducing the Generation Democracy Alumni Leadership Committee! We are thrilled to announce the first appointees to the @IRIglobal's Generation Democracy Global Member Advisory Board Alumni Leadership Committee (ALC). This esteemed group, comprised of experienced former GMAB members, will play a vital role in helping guide the future of our network. The inaugural members of the ALC are: 🔹M.D. @KasrashviliM, research assistant at the Center for Health Economics Research at the Faculty of Medicine at Uppsala University and the first GMAB President. 🔹2021 GMAB Vice Presidents - @timithelaw, MA student at the @Kennedy_School and Tech Lawyer and @marwanabdalah, Head of the Foreign Affairs Department at the @LebaneseKataeb. 🔹@juanmanuelpc, 2022 and 2023 GMAB President and Executive Director of Merced Coahuila. We are incredibly grateful for their commitment to the Generation Democracy network. #GenDem #GMABAlumniLeadership #Empowerment

Introducing the GenDem GMAB Alumni Leadership Committee! We're thrilled to announce the formation of the @IRIglobal’s Generation Democracy Global Member Advisory Board Alumni Leadership Committee (ALC). This new committee will serve as a valuable resource for the sitting GMAB. The ALC will be comprised of former Presidents and/or Vice Presidents of GenDem, who are no longer eligible for re-election, and will play a crucial role in providing guidance and support to current and future GMAB members through sharing valuable insights and lessons learned from past experiences. Stay tuned for the official announcement of the new ALC members! #GenDem #ALC #Empowerment

Empowering the Next Generation of Malawi Leaders! Building on the success of the previous regional activity, our GMAB Representative @sirbaky09 implemented a second Generation Democracy program at Pentecostal Life University in Lilongwe, Malawi. This initiative brought together 42 aspiring young leaders, for a dialogue on democratic principles, civic engagement, and the importance of youth participation in shaping their country's future. The program featured valuable insights from experienced advocates and YALI alumni who shared their own journeys of leadership and impact. The program also saw active participation of: former GMAB member Yamikani Chiphazi, Ndaghakyala Kween Yewo, GenDem 8th Global Summit Impact Award Recipient @dalitsomagelege, and GenDem member @Munyenyembe101. @IRIglobal's Generation Democracy Network will continue to equip young people with the knowledge and skills to become active citizens and foster a stronger sense of civic responsibility among Malawian youth. #GenDem #Africa #YouthLeadership #Empowerment #Malawi #Democracy #CivicEngagement

Empowering Young Leaders in Tanzania! @IRIglobal's Generation Democracy East Africa Unity Alliance member @Bony36640665 recently facilitated a successful workshop in Mwanza, Tanzania, under our CAT3 programs supported by the @StateIRF, aimed at fostering mutual understanding and respect among different religious communities. Hosted by @PowerOfYouthDe1, this impactful program brought together 30 youth leaders for a day of learning and dialogue. Participants explored the principles of Freedom of Religion or Belief (FoRB), discussed the challenges and violations facing religious communities, and developed strategies to promote interfaith tolerance and address religious discrimination. The workshop featured insightful discussions with religious leaders, media representatives, and government officials, providing valuable perspectives on the impact of religions within Tanzanian society. #GenDem #Africa #YouthLeadership #Empowerment #Tanzania #FoRB #Interfaith

Student Participate Dialogue Zimbabwe Our GMAB Africa Representative, @sirbaky09, recently led a successful Generation Democracy regional activity that equipped 45 student leaders from Ezekiel Guti University and the Simukaupenye Integrated Youth Academy with the knowledge and skills to become active citizens. The program, held in Zimbabwe, provided valuable insights into democratic principles, civic engagement, and the importance of youth participation in shaping their country's future. Participants learned from experienced leaders, gaining valuable perspectives on leadership, advocacy, and the challenges facing young people in today's world. This impactful initiative is building a stronger future for Zimbabwe by empowering young people to become agents of change through @IRIglobal's Generation Democracy Network. #GenDem #Africa #YouthLeadership #Empowerment #Zimbabwe

Get ready to hear from the heart of the Generation Democracy network! In this special year-end message series, members of our Global Member Advisory Board reflect on a year of remarkable achievements, including engagements with leaders like H.E. @VjosaOsmaniPRKS and H.E. @HPevkur, and collaborations with esteemed institutions like @USAID_CPS, @SAISHopkins and the @USNATO @NATO Let's celebrate a year of growth and impact, made possible by the dedication of our network and the support of @IRIglobal & @NEDemocracy!

Let’s engage with our Alumni! From 🇭🇹 #GenDemLAC As our network grows and connects more leaders around the globe, some of our members have also transitioned into Alumni. With a commitment to shaping today’s and tomorrow’s democracy, our alumni remain as dedicated as ever. We’re excited to introduce our first season of the Alumni Spotlights series, which will dive into our alumni’s perspectives, their current work, and how to engage with them for potential collaboration! Now, GMAB has the opportunity to connect with Fabrice 🇭🇹 who joined with @IRIglobal GenDem from 2018 to 2022, initiated the "When we vote" project to educate young people in Haiti about elections and co-founded the youth-led Group Echo Haiti, securing grants for democracy and governance training. #GMAB is thrilled to engage with him. Swipe to read more of his story! #NowYouKnowYourAlumni #GenDem #IRI #AlumniSpotlights #Series #YouthEmpowerment

Let’s engage with our Alumni! From 🇧🇩 #GenDemASIA As our @IRIglobal GenDem network grows and connects more leaders around the globe, some of our members have also transitioned into Alumni. With a commitment to shaping today’s and tomorrow’s democracy, our alumni remain as dedicated as ever. We’re excited to introduce our first season of the Alumni Spotlights series, which will dive into our alumni’s perspectives, their current work, and how to engage with them for potential collaboration! Now, GMAB has the opportunity to connect with @NehrinMustofa 🇧🇩, who joined GenDem in 2019, participated in the Global Summit, and was elected Secretary General of the Global Member Advisory Board in 2022. She is now a member of the International Affairs Sub-committee of the Bangladesh Awami League. #GMAB is thrilled to engage with her. Swipe to read more about her story! #NowYouKnowYourAlumni #GenDem #IRI #AlumniSpotlights #Series #YouthEmpowerment

Let’s engage with our Alumni! From 🇲🇦 #GenDemMENA As our network grows and connects more leaders around the globe, some of our GenDem network members have also transitioned into Alumni. With a commitment to shaping today’s and tomorrow’s democracy, our alumni remain as dedicated as ever. We’re excited to introduce our first season of the Alumni Spotlights series, which will dive into our alumni’s perspectives, their current work, and how to engage with them for potential collaboration! Now, GMAB has the opportunity to connect with Soufiyan 🇲🇦 who joined the GenDem program in 2019 at the Generation Democracy MENA Regional Academy in Tunisia, following his experiences with @IRIglobal at the Civil Society Academy in Tunisia and a specialized academy in Jordan. He also launched the "Let Your Voice Be Heard" initiative to address gender-based violence. #GMAB is thrilled to engage with him. Swipe to read more of his story! #NowYouKnowYourAlumni #GenDem #IRI #AlumniSpotlights #Series #YouthEmpowerment

Let’s engage with our Alumni! From 🇧🇼 #GenDemAFRICA As our @IRIglobal GenDem network grows and connects more leaders around the globe, some of our members have also transitioned into Alumni. With a commitment to shaping today’s and tomorrow’s democracy, our alumni remain as dedicated as ever. We’re excited to introduce our first season of the Alumni Spotlights series, which will dive into our alumni’s perspectives, their current work, and how to engage with them for potential collaboration! Now, GMAB has the opportunity to connect with Ratie 🇧🇼, who joined GenDem in 2017 —is a dedicated, inspiring, and skilled public development professional committed to excellence in all her endeavors. With over 10 years of experience in academia, research, regulatory compliance, and policy analysis, she continues to make a meaningful impact. #GMAB is thrilled to engage with her. Swipe to learn more about her story! #NowYouKnowYourAlumni! #GenDem #IRI #AlumniSpotlights #Series #YouthEmpowerment

Let’s engage with our Alumni! From 🇧🇦 #GenDemEUROPE As our @IRIglobal's GenDem network grows and connects more leaders around the globe, some of our members have also transitioned into Alumni. With a commitment to shaping today’s and tomorrow’s democracy, our alumni remain as dedicated as ever. We’re excited to introduce our next season of the Alumni Spotlights series, which will dive into our alumni’s perspectives, their current work, and how to engage with them for potential collaboration! Now, GMAB has the opportunity to connect with Dejan Rađen 🇧🇦who joined GenDem in 2018. He is a democracy defender from Bosnia and Herzegovina who aims to empower youth and strengthen democratic processes through several initiatives. #GMAB is thrilled to engage with him. Swipe to read more of his story! #NowYouKnowYourAlumni #GenDem #IRI #AlumniSpotlights #Series #YouthEmpowerment

Let’s engage with our Alumni! From 🇺🇦 #GenDemEURASIA As our @IRIglobal GenDem network grows and connects more leaders around the globe, some of our members have also transitioned into Alumni. With a commitment to shaping today’s and tomorrow’s democracy, our alumni remain as dedicated as ever. We’re excited to introduce our first season of the Alumni Spotlights series, which will dive into our alumni’s perspectives, their current work, and how to engage with them for potential collaboration! Now, GMAB has the opportunity to connect with @KaterynaDV 🇺🇦, a civic activist who has driven change by delivering training on monitored access to public information and advocating for judicial reform. She served as the Regional Leader for Eurasia (2021-2022) and as Engagement Officer (2022-2023) for GMAB. #GMAB is thrilled to engage with her. Swipe to learn more about her inspiring story! #NowYouKnowYourAlumni! #GenDem #IRI #AlumniSpotlights #Series #YouthEmpowerment

Throwback to Our Recent Work in Africa @IRIglobal's Generation Democracy is driving positive change across the continent. We're empowering young leaders to: 🇹🇿🇰🇪 Foster inter-religious tolerance and protect freedom of religion or belief in East Africa through the GenDem East Africa Unity Alliance. 🇲🇼Engage in democratic processes through practical skills and knowledge through our Democracy in Action Lab in Malawi. 🇳🇬🇿🇼Amplify their voices using digital tools in Nigeria and Zimbabwe. And that's not all! Our GMAB regional representatives are leading numerous regional activities to empower young leaders in the region. Together, we're building a brighter future for Africa. Like, share, and follow us to stay updated on our work! #GenDem #Africa #YouthEmpowerment #Democracy

Congratulations to the Selected Participants of the @IRIglobal GenDem Leadership Lab! After a rigorous review of 55 applications from 20 African countries, we're thrilled to announce the selection of 20 exceptional young leaders from 13 countries across the continent. 🔸South Africa Region: Botswana 🇧🇼, Malawi 🇲🇼, Lesotho 🇱🇸 🔸East Africa Region: Nigeria 🇳🇬, Uganda 🇺🇬, Tanzania 🇹🇿, South Sudan 🇸🇸, Kenya 🇰🇪, Ethiopia 🇪🇹 🔸West Africa Region: Mali 🇲🇱, Ghana 🇬🇭 🔸Central Africa: Cameroon 🇨🇲, Burundi 🇧🇮 Get ready for an unforgettable experience in Nairobi, Kenya, from January 29th to 30th, 2025. #GenDem #LeadershipLab #Africa #YouthEmpowerment

Your GenDem Leadership Lab Adventure Awaits! Have you checked your email? The results of the @IRIglobal GenDem Leadership Lab application are in! Selected participants will embark on an unforgettable journey to Nairobi, Kenya from January 29th to 30th, 2025. Get ready to level up your leadership skills, network with inspiring peers, and make a lasting impact. #GenDem #LeadershipLab #YouthEmpowerment #Africa

Did you know who our first-ever Global Summit GenDem Impact Award winner was? It was @Zeljko_VF, the third President of the Generation Democracy Global Member Advisory Board. Željko's commitment to youth leadership and democratic values has made a significant impact in Bosnia and Herzegovina, the entire GenDem network and beyond. Let’s continue this tradition of recognizing exceptional young leaders. Nominations are now open for the next cycle of the @IRIglobal GenDem Network-Wide Impact Award. Know someone who embodies the spirit of GenDem? Nominate them today! #GenDemImpactAward #GenerationDemocracy #YouthLeadership #Democracy

Celebrating Our 8th Global Summit GenDem Impact Award Winner! In addition to the @IRIglobal Network-Wide GenDem Impact Award, we're excited to highlight our Global Summit Impact Award winners. First up, Dalitso Magelegele from Malawi! Dalitso's unwavering commitment to youth empowerment and democratic values has made a significant impact on his community and beyond. His work with organizations like Youth and Society and the Centre for Multiparty Democracy has inspired countless young people. Let’s celebrate Dalitso’s achievements and continue to empower the next generation of leaders! #GenDemImpactAward #GenerationDemocracy #YouthLeadership #Democracy #Malawi