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Mise en œuvre de l'Agenda Jeunesse, Paix et Sécurité au niveau national : Un guide pour les responsables publics (ENG)

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Mise en œuvre de l'Agenda Jeunesse, Paix et Sécurité au niveau national : Un guide pour les responsables publics (ENG)

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Nous sommes ensemble : opérationnaliser un plan d'action stratégique quinquennal pour les processus de paix inclusifs des jeunes (ENG)

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Nous sommes ensemble : opérationnaliser un plan d'action stratégique quinquennal pour les processus de paix inclusifs des jeunes (ENG)

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Finland's National Action Plan 2021–2024

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Finland's National Action Plan 2021–2024

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Nigerian National Action Plan (NAP)  2021-2024

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Nigerian National Action Plan (NAP)  2021-2024

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Jeunesse, paix et sécurité : un manuel de programmation (2021)

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Jeunesse, paix et sécurité : un manuel de programmation (2021)

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Cadre continental pour la jeunesse, la paix et la sécurité - UA

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Cadre continental pour la jeunesse, la paix et la sécurité - UA

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Deuxième rapport du Secrétaire général sur la jeunesse, la paix et la sécurité (S/2022/220)

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Deuxième rapport du Secrétaire général sur la jeunesse, la paix et la sécurité (S/2022/220)

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LES ABSENTS DE LA PAIXÉTUDE INDÉPENDANTE SUR LES JEUNES,LA PAIX ET LA SÉCURITÉ (2018)

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LES ABSENTS DE LA PAIXÉTUDE INDÉPENDANTE SUR LES JEUNES,LA PAIX ET LA SÉCURITÉ (2018)

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Version du Conseil de sécurité de l'étude

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Version du Conseil de sécurité de l'étude

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Progress Study on Youth, Peace & Security_A-72-761_S-2018-86_FRENCH_2

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Premier rapport du Secrétaire général sur la jeunesse, la paix et la sécurité (S/2020/167)

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Premier rapport du Secrétaire général sur la jeunesse, la paix et la sécurité (S/2020/167)

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Financing forYoung People in Peacebuilding 

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Financing forYoung People in Peacebuilding 

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Outside the Box: Amplifying youth voices and views on YPS policy and practice

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Outside the Box: Amplifying youth voices and views on YPS policy and practice

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Interpeace is passionately committed to the inclusive and meaningful participation of the youth in all the policy and practice arenas that impact their lives.

This reflects the organization's commitment to local ownership and leadership in all its peacebuilding work, and therefore to the voice, agency, and leadership of young women and men in moving the Youth, Peace and Security (YPS) Agenda from policy to practice. This should not be limited to 'youth consultations' at policy forums/discussions, but should extend to youth involvement in the design, implementation, and evaluation of the YPS agenda (including at the country-level).

Young women and men have strongly expressed the view that they should not be "ghettoized", or seen only in youth or sports organizations, but that their interests are varied and diversified. Young people are found in human rights organizations, in women's organizations, in academic institutions, in trades unions, in civic organizations, in the police as well as in the communities being policed, and in many other contexts. This reflects the heterogeneity of youth and their complex and intersectional lived experiences.

In recognition of this, Interpeace is dedicated to creating this platform which amplifies the voices and leadership of young women and men, especially in many of the areas that might not get the mainstreamed attention of policy-makers at national or international level, but which are important to young people themselves.

This online portal is dedicated to creating such a space for youth-led, youth-authored and/or youth-informed policy interventions, reflections, and advocacy. Interpeace hopes that this portal not only responds to existing policy priorities, but enables the young contributors to frame and set the policy agenda themselves-so that they can define and fill the gaps in policy and practice which are not getting the necessary attention.

In 2021, Interpeace, with the support of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ireland, commissioned an initial nine Policy Briefs as part of its series; "Outside the Box: Amplifying youth voices and views on YPS policy and practice."

These Policy Briefs have all either been authored by young peacebuilders, scholars or practitioners, or have been based on participatory research or consultations with young women and men. They are all focused on policy and practice gaps in the evolution and implementation of the YPS agenda. These Briefs, published here, do not necessarily reflect the views of Interpeace, but we wanted to play a convening role in creating a platform for the initiative and uncensored voice of youth themselves.

Interpeace is delighted to have had the opportunity to collaborate and convene leading youth policy thinkers and practitioners through this platform of learning and debate about the evolving YPS agenda.

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Outside the Box: Amplifying youth voices and views on YPS policy and practice - Interpeace

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Interpeace is passionately committed to the inclusive and meaningful participation of the youth in all the policy and practice arenas that impact their lives. This reflects the organization's commitment to local ownership and leadership in all its peacebuilding work, and therefore to the voice, agency, and leadership of young women and men in moving the [...]

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The 16 x 16 Initiative: Shaping a new model for meaningful youth engagement in the implementation, monitoring and review of SDG 16 on peaceful, just and inclusive societies (2021)

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The 16 x 16 Initiative: Shaping a new model for meaningful youth engagement in the implementation, monitoring and review of SDG 16 on peaceful, just and inclusive societies (2021)

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Youth-Led Recommendations for Peaceful, Just and Inclusive Societies

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Youth-Led Recommendations for Peaceful, Just and Inclusive Societies

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TRANSLATING YOUTH, PEACE & SECURITY POLICY INTO PRACTICE: A Guide to Building Coalitions

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TRANSLATING YOUTH, PEACE & SECURITY POLICY INTO PRACTICE: A Guide to Building Coalitions

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We Are Here: An integrated approach to youth-inclusive peace processes

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We Are Here: An integrated approach to youth-inclusive peace processes

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The First International Symposium on Youth Participation in Peace Processes (2019)

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The First International Symposium on Youth Participation in Peace Processes (2019)

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More than a Milestone: Road to UNSCR 2250 on YPS (2020)

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More than a Milestone: Road to UNSCR 2250 on YPS (2020)

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Guiding Principles on Young People’s Participation in Peacebuilding

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Guiding Principles on Young People’s Participation in Peacebuilding

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AMMAN YOUTH DECLARATIONON YOUTH, PEACE AND SECURITY (2015)

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AMMAN YOUTH DECLARATIONON YOUTH, PEACE AND SECURITY (2015)

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INFOGRAPHIC - Guiding Principles on Young People's Participation in Peacebuilding

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INFOGRAPHIC - Guiding Principles on Young People's Participation in Peacebuilding

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Youth, Peace and SecurityPaper by: Ali Altiok, Helen Berents, Irena Grizelj and Siobhan McEvoy-Levy

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Youth, Peace and SecurityPaper by: Ali Altiok, Helen Berents, Irena Grizelj and Siobhan McEvoy-Levy

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Formation introductive sur la jeunesse, la paix et la sécurité

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Formation introductive sur la jeunesse, la paix et la sécurité

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La Formation introductive sur la jeunesse, la paix et la sécurité vise à établir une compréhension et une approche communes de la thématique JPS et de la mise en œuvre de son cadre de référence pour l’ensemble du système des Nations Unies et de ses partenaires.

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La Formation introductive sur la jeunesse, la paix et la sécurité vise à établir une compréhension et une approche communes de la thématique JPS et de la mise en œuvre de son cadre de référence pour l’ensemble du système des Nations Unies et de ses partenaires. Elle a pour vocation d’apporter un éclairage général aux programmes et actions de toutes les entités des Nations Unies qui œuvrent à la paix et la sécurité, avec et pour les jeunes.

Introduction

La résolution 2250 du Conseil de sécurité des Nations Unies sur la jeunesse, la paix et la sécurité, et les résolutions qui l’ont suivie, ont appelé les États Membres ainsi que les organisations et entités du système des Nations Unies à renforcer la véritable participation et l’inclusion de la jeunesse dans les efforts de consolidation de la paix, à tous les niveaux.

La Formation introductive sur la jeunesse, la paix et la sécurité (Formation introductive JPS) est une ressource en ligne en accès libre que tou(te)s les praticien(ne)s peuvent utiliser, notamment le personnel des entités des Nations Unies, les gouvernements, la société civile et le monde académique. Cette formation a été élaborée par l’UNSSC en partenariat avec la Folke Bernadotte Academy et s’appuie sur la publication « Jeunesse, paix et sécurité – Manuel de programmation » élaborée par les Nations Unies avec l’aide de la Folke Bernadotte Academy.

La Formation introductive sur la jeunesse, la paix et la sécurité vise à établir une compréhension et une approche communes de la thématique JPS et de la mise en œuvre de son cadre de référence pour l’ensemble du système des Nations Unies et de ses partenaires. Elle a pour principale vocation d’apporter un éclairage général aux programmes et actions de toutes les entités des Nations Unies qui œuvrent à la paix et la sécurité, avec et pour les jeunes.

Cliquez sur le bouton « S’inscrire » pour suivre dès maintenant cette formation.

Course methodology

La Formation introductive JPS est hébergée sur la plateforme e-lounge et chacun(e) peut la suivre à son propre rythme. Après vous être inscrit(e), vous obtiendrez directement l’accès à la plateforme de formation et à tous les supports de formation.

Course contents

Cette formation introductive comprend trois modules couvrant les éléments fondamentaux, afin de permettre aux praticien(ne)s d’acquérir les compétences et connaissances requises pour appuyer la mise en œuvre du cadre de référence sur la jeunesse, la paix et la sécurité, pour les jeunes et en véritable collaboration avec eux.

Les trois modules couvrent les éléments fondamentaux de la thématique JPS, à savoir :

1)     Le cadre de référence de la thématique JPS

2)     La promotion d’une véritable participation de la jeunesse

3)     L’analyse des conflits sensible aux jeunes

Target audience

La Formation introductive JPS est une ressource en ligne en libre accès, qui peut être utilisée par tous.

Cost of participation

Grâce au généreux soutien de la Folke Bernadotte Academy, la Formation introductive JPS est entièrement gratuite.

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La résolution 2250 du Conseil de sécurité des Nations Unies sur la jeunesse, la paix et la sécurité, et les résolutions qui l'ont suivie, ont appelé les États Membres ainsi que les organisations et entités du système des Nations Unies à renforcer la véritable participation et l'inclusion de la jeunesse dans les efforts de consolidation de la paix, à tous les niveaux.

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Stratégie des Nations Unies pour la jeunesse 2030

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Stratégie des Nations Unies pour la jeunesse 2030

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Perspectives on Youth Engagement in Operationalizing Peace and Security at a National Level

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Perspectives on Youth Engagement in Operationalizing Peace and Security at a National Level

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Politique Nationale de la Jeunesse - 2009

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Politique Nationale de la Jeunesse - 2009

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Young Peacebuilders Highlight the Platforms — and Obstacles — on the Way to Sustainable Development

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Young Peacebuilders Highlight the Platforms — and Obstacles — on the Way to Sustainable Development

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T he case for including youth in efforts to build peace and pave the way to development is obvious. We spoke with two trailblazers from Kenya and Indonesia, to learn about their work to ensure the voices of young people are heard.

Special Event on Youth Standing Up for Human Rights on Human Rights Day. UN Photo/Eskinder Debebe, 12/10/2019

Christine Achieng Odera grew up in Riruta, a low-income neighbourhood in Nairobi near Kawangware, a place where, she said, "theft cases were so frequent that one had to be very careful moving about the neighborhood." Many of her classmates dropped out of school because their families could not afford the fees. Disillusioned and bored, some became addicted to drugs, or turned to street crime, but if caught they faced vigilante action from local gangs, which operated in a justice vacuum. "I lost many school mates from mob justice after they were caught stealing," she recalled. Other pupils in her school were refugees that had fled from Ethiopia and South Sudan, who shared their harrowing stories of conflict. During her school years, Odera became involved in student counselling work, and started having conversations with her peers about the community issues that impacted their lives.

At the age of 27, Odera is a member of several youth-led peacebuilding organizations in Kenya and beyond, including the Commonwealth Youth Peace Ambassadors Network and the Kenya National Youth Service. She works to include the views and opinions of youth in discussions about a variety of topics, from peace and security and the rule of law to countering violent extremism.

"We need more conversations with duty bearers and decision makers, not for them to speak to us, but to speak with us, and we need them to be youth allies to build trust and strengthen relationships," she told Politically Speaking. She noted that while Kenya is known as a hub for innovation, obstacles such as the high cost of living and the costs involved in starting a business, can be prohibitive for young people. The perennial problem facing Kenyan youth is that they are often seen as a "problem to be solved" instead of people who can contribute meaningfully to development, she said.

Christine Achieng Odera briefing the Peacebuilding Commission, May 2022. Photo credit: Christina Achieng Odera

Odera credits United Nations Security Council resolution 2250 on youth, peace and security for giving her "a voice and the courage" to participate in peacebuilding activities. She began by translating language from the resolution into Kiswahili, so that young people not fluent in English could understand the text. It also provided her with the opportunity to work with others in the peacebuilding field, including participating in discussions on Youth, Peace and Security at the Peacebuilding Commission, an advisory body to the General Assembly and the Security Council on peacebuilding issues.
The Role of the Peacebuilding Commission
Speaking at meeting of the Peacebuilding Commission on Youth, Peace and Security (YPS), in May 2022, Odera highlighted her experiences working in Cameroon in 2019 alongside other youth leaders from Ghana, Somalia, South Sudan and Nigeria. Together they collected and submitted recommendations to the Minister of Youth on the participation of young people in the peace process. The Minister, in response, publicly received the recommendations and committed to supporting youth. Their support for Cameroonian youth also resulted in the forming of the Cameroonian Youth Mediators Network (CYMN). For Odera, it was an example of the effectiveness of south-south cooperation, spearheaded by the young.

Meeting of the Peacebuilding Commission on Youth, Peace and Security, May 2022

Also at the meeting, Assistant Secretary-General for Peacebuilding Support, Elizabeth Spehar, took the opportunity to address the structural barriers faced by youth, particularly with regard to political participation, stressing that "we all need to do more to place young people - who make up the majority of the population in many conflict-affected areas - at the centre of strategies for peacebuilding and prevention." With that in mind, she recalled the useful recommendations contained within the 2022 report of the Secretary-General on youth, peace and security, including the need to accelerate investments in the capacities, agency and leadership of youth.

Spehar went on to highlight the work carried out by DPPA to enhance the participation of young people, including its recent collaboration with the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) in the production of policy documents on youth, peace and security. She added that the Department was also helping to address the scarcity of financing in this area through the Peacebuilding Fund, which is the largest funding window in support of the implementation of resolutions 2250 (2015), 2419(2018) and 2535 (2020), all of which recognize the positive role that young people can play in peacebuilding.

Participants at the meeting also took the opportunity to build on the Peacebuilding Commission's Youth Plan of Action, which was adopted at the previous meeting in February 2021 to help guide and monitor the Commission's support of young people in peacebuilding. Since the adoption of the plan in February 2021, the Commission has stepped up its efforts to support young people and youth-led organizations working for peace. This is already paying dividends: The percentage of meetings at which young peacebuilders briefed the Commission increased from 5.4 percent in 2020 to 44.4 percent in 2021, providing a platform that allows the sharing of experiences and discussions on youth and peace and security. The first annual assessment of the plan also confirmed positive trends in the work of the Commission and provided follow-up recommendations
The View From Indonesia: Promoting Dialogue for Youth
The meeting was also attended by Odera's fellow youth peacebuilder, Agatha Lydia Natania, the Executive Director of the Association of South-East Asian Nations (ASEAN) Youth Organization. She leads projects in the region to promote the inclusion of young people and the youth, peace and security agenda, as well as collaboration between governments, civil society and youth-led organizations.

Agatha Lydia Natania, the Executive Director of the Association of South-East Asian Nations (ASEAN) Youth Organization, briefing the Peacebuilding Commission, May 2022

Natania is 27-years old and hails from Bogor, Indonesia, a town about an hour outside of Jakarta. During her early school years, she recalled that some classmates did not welcome her because her religion and cultural background was different from theirs and, in later years, she encountered racism when she studied in Europe. These experiences, she said, "made me eager to conduct interfaith and intercultural dialogue, to build bridges between local, regional and global communities." In Indonesia, she has also seen the threat of violent extremism growing, and with it a rise in hate speech, intolerance and online recruitment. All of this spurred her ambitions to become a peacebuilder, to promote tolerance and dialogue between people of different creeds and cultures.

"The main challenges for youth in Indonesia and the south-east Asia region are socio-economic", Natania said, as "socio-economic discrepancies have become the root causes of many conflicts", due to differences in wealth, religion and culture. "Because Indonesia has six official religions, as well as more than 700 local languages and 300 ethnicities, intercultural and interfaith understanding are vital to maintain harmony in society," she stressed.

Of her participation at the Peacebuilding Commission meeting, she said it was a "great platform" to bring together youth representatives from diverse backgrounds and regions to share their experiences, ideas and recommendations directly to the Member States as well as with other young peacebuilders.

"From the other youth representatives, I learned that even though we come from different regions, we have similar challenges in implementing the youth, peace and security agenda," she said.

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Young Peacebuilders Highlight the Platforms - and Obstacles -  on the Way to Sustainable...

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T he case for including youth in efforts to build peace and pave the way to development is obvious. We spoke with two trailblazers from Kenya and Indonesia, to learn about their work to ensure the voices of young people are heard.

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Be SeenBe HeardPromoting youth participationand amplifying youngvoices in public life

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Be SeenBe HeardPromoting youth participationand amplifying youngvoices in public life

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Youth, Peace and Security Adviser’s Handbook

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Youth, Peace and Security Adviser’s Handbook

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United Nations PeacekeepingEngagement with Youth: MONUSCO Case Study

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United Nations PeacekeepingEngagement with Youth: MONUSCO Case Study

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Baseline Study on the Implementation of Nigeria’s NAP on YPS

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Baseline Study on the Implementation of Nigeria’s NAP on YPS

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This baseline study contributes to the entrenchment of the Youth, Peace and Security (YPS) agenda in Nigeria.

Nigeria adopted her first National Action Plan (NAP) on YPS in November 2021, becoming the first country in Africa to do so and the second in the world, after the Republic of Finland.

This study aims to strengthen ongoing efforts to nationalise the YPS agenda in Nigeria, as well as identify entry-points for implementing Nigeria's first NAP on YPS. To do this, the study examines various policy documents, frameworks, action plans, and laws that are YPS-relevant. Furthermore, diverse literature on YPS enriched the analysis and provided insights to support the implementation of YPS programming in Nigeria.

In addition to reviewing various government youth programmes and their impact on YPS, this study benefits from a series of fieldwork undertaken to get different stakeholders' views and contributions to the process of deepening YPS implementation and operationalisation throughout Nigeria.

what's inside?

Executive summary

Chapter 1: Introduction

Chapter 2: YPS-related national policy documents

Chapter 3: Nigeria's NAP on YPS

Chapter 4: Fieldwork summary

Conclusions and recommendations

Acknowledgements
Project Coordinator: Rafiu Adeniran Lawal
Lead Researcher: Kola Ibrahim
Project Assistants: Stephanie Effevottu, Amos Oluwatoye, Anthonia Lawal, and Susan Michael

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Suggested Citation: UNOY Peacebuilders and BBFORPEACE (2022). Baseline Study on the Implementation of Nigeria's National Action Plan on Youth, Peace and Security.
Baseline Study on the Implementation of Nigeria's NAP on YPS (22 downloads)

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This baseline study contributes to the entrenchment of the Youth, Peace and Security (YPS) agenda in Nigeria. Nigeria adopted her first National Action Plan (NAP) on YPS in November 2021, becoming the first country in Africa to do so and the second in the world, after the Republic of Finland.