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ADS 2024, Sub-theme 3 – Youth Stage
In Focus
In case you missed it
- Relive the High-level Policy Dialogue, featuring the participation of the heads of the UN and the AU as well as the President of Senegal
- Watch the recording of the International Webinars that took place on 8 May, 15 May and 22 May respectively.
- Watch the recording of the Youth Stages that took place on 9 May, 16 May and 23 May (English | French) respectively.
- Read our new policy briefs titled STEM Education for the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) in Africa with a Focus on Generating Decent Jobs for Africa's Youth, Transforming Education in Africa by Leveraging Innovative Finance and the Digital Revolution and Education and Learning in Crisis-affected Areas.
Week 3 | Day Four — 23 May
This event is also available in French.
Sub-theme 3: Education and Learning in Crisis-affected Areas
Join us for an event, delivered and driven by young Africans, focused on analyzing the urgent education challenges in crisis-affected areas of Africa and providing actionable recommendations. In 2024, escalating conflicts, displacement, disasters, and health emergencies have created unprecedented humanitarian needs, severely impacting the education and well-being of children and youth. With 123 million school-aged children affected by crises and 46 million out of school, the disruption of education systems is particularly devastating for marginalized groups, including girls and displaced children. Despite the critical need, education remains underfunded in humanitarian aid. This event, led by young African voices, will delve into these pressing issues and offer strategic recommendations to prioritize and invest in resilient education systems that support learning and well-being from the onset of crises. Ensure the right to quality education for all children and youth, even in emergencies.
Watch Live (Coverage begins on 23 May at 9 a.m. New York time)
Schedule
9 a.m. - 11.00 a.m. New York (UTC-4)
3 p.m. - 5 p.m. Geneva/Paris
4 p.m. - 6 p.m. Addis Ababa
Programme
Times shown are New York local time, UTC-4
9 a.m. - 9.05 a.m.: Welcome
- Representative from UNHCR, UNICEF or OSAA
9.05 a.m. - 9.15 a.m.: Opening Remarks
- Ms. Cristina Duarte, Under-Secretary General and Special Adviser on Africa (OSAA)
9.15. a.m. - 10.30 a.m.: Panel Discussion
Co-hosts
- Ms.Hawa Sabriye, Education Specialist, UNICEF
- Mr. Felix Sesay, SRHR champion
Panelists
- Mr. Jean Marie Ishimwe, East Africa Regional Lead, R-SEAT
- Ms. Lorato Palesa Modongo, Gender Research and Policy Officer, African Union CIEFFA
- Ms. Monica Malith, Lawyer and refugee advocate
- Mr. Amani Joel Mafigi, Co-founder, Unleashed Potential In Motion
- Mr. Samuel Mue, CEO & Co-Founder, Zero Afrika & Executive Director, Kenya Ni Mimi
10.30 a.m. - 10.50 a.m.: Interactive Q & A
- Includes audience participation
10.50 a.m. - 11.00 a.m.: Closing Remarks and Looking Ahead
- Representative from UNHCR, UNICEF or OSAA