Young Voices Latin America Dossier This dossier aims to amplify and spread knowledge about the political involvement of youth in Latin America and to contribute to improving international support mechanisms for ‘Young Advocates For Democracy’ (YA4D).
My voice, My Weapon Music video The ‘My Voice, My Weapon’ music video promotes freedom of expression by raising young people's awareness for the role that they have to play in bringing about positive change and sustainable development. It is composed by the African Creative Action Network (ACAN) in partnership with Africans Rising. African Creative Action Network (ACAN)
Hope on the Horizon Music video The ‘Hope on the Horizon’ music video depicts the Africa that the young artists would like to see: A strong, united, prosperous Africa. The ‘artivists’ (artists + activists) creatively remind us of things that are holding back Africa’s economic take-off and the elements on which it must rely for its sustainable development. The music video is composed by ACAN (African Creative Action Network) in collaboration with Africans Rising. African Creative Action Network (ACAN)
A sad state of affairs for young politically minded artists in Kenya Commentary Art can be a disruptive form of expression and a powerful tool to shift existing political and social realities. However, in Kenya, the creative industry is often corrupt, and the government ignores many young artists, especially those who speak up for democracy and human rights. The Kenyan psychologist and human rights defender Salima Macharia shares some insights gained through her daily work with young artivists (artist + activist) from informal settlements in Nairobi. Salima Macharia
