We are Young Professionals in Policy and Development
We are Young Professionals in Policy and Development
YouPaD is a strategic response to the exclusion of youth from critical policy conversations. We are a collective of young professionals dedicated to creating a new framework for governance climate justice and sustainable development in Nigeria.
These principles are the unshakable foundation of our organization. They guide every strategy every campaign and every action we take.
These principles are the unshakable foundation of our organization. They guide every strategy every campaign and every action we take.
To be the foremost platform providing opportunities for young people to lead discussions concerning global and domestic sustainable development and policy related issues.
To provide a platform that mainstreams and amplifies the voices perspectives ideas and interests of young people on issues cutting across our core thematic areas.
Our work is built on three non-negotiable pillars. This approach ensures our advocacy is credible our network is effective and our impact is sustainable.
Our analysis is grounded in a sound knowledge base and steeped within facts. We situate our work within a deep understanding of the local context while paying close attention to global dimensions.
We attract the most capable and technically sound young professionals to contribute to the issues we care about. We recruit these leaders to lend their voices to the issues that truly matter to them.
Our work is hinged on a volunteer based model where every individual's contribution flows from their direct interest and unwavering passion for the issues being addressed.
YouPaD is guided by a distinguished Governing Board comprised of seasoned experts in policy development law and peacebuilding. Their strategic counsel and oversight ensure our mission remains focused rigorous and impactful.
We forge strategic alliances with civil society organizations government institutions and international funders. These collaborations are critical for amplifying our advocacy scaling our impact and turning policy into tangible action.
