Children of Africa Youth Alliance (COAYA)

Informing and Empowering Young Women for a Better Future.

COAYA - Children of Africa Youth Alliance

Our Approach

At COAYA, we believe that knowledge fuels change, and by making information accessible, we help young women engage critically with the world around them.

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Making Complex Information Accessible

We break down complex topics in climate justice, governance, and policy to ensure young women have access to knowledge that matters.

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Connecting Knowledge with Action

We create pathways for young women to transform understanding into advocacy and meaningful community impact.

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Building Supportive Communities

We foster environments where young women can learn together, share experiences, and support each other's growth.

Our Focus Areas

We concentrate on six key areas that empower young women with knowledge that leads to meaningful action.

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Climate Justice

Understanding environmental challenges from a local perspective and advocating for sustainable solutions.

What kind of planet do we want to inherit and leave behind?

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Policy Advocacy

Learning to influence decisions that affect communities and drive meaningful change.

How can your voice shape the laws that govern your life?

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Mental Health

Creating awareness and support systems for mental wellbeing among young women.

Can we create a world where caring for our minds is as important as caring for our bodies?

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Women's Voices

Amplifying women's stories and experiences to lead the narrative in public discourse.

What changes when women's stories and experiences lead the narrative?

Youth Empowerment

Harnessing the energy and vision of youth to create lasting change in communities.

How might we harness the energy of youth to create lasting change?

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African History

Uncovering wisdom from our past to guide us toward a more just and sustainable future.

What wisdom from our past can guide us toward a more just future?

The COA Journal

A women-centered approach to public discussion

The COA Journal explores climate justice, governance, economic freedom, mental health, African history, and policy, highlighting women's experiences and contributions.

We simplify complex topics and create space for knowledge that leads to action, ensuring that young women have the information they need to advocate effectively.

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Upcoming Initiatives

As we continue to grow, we're developing new programs to further our mission of empowering young women through knowledge and advocacy.

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Community Workshops Coming Soon

Interactive sessions where young women learn about climate justice and advocacy skills in a supportive environment.

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Youth Writing Program Coming Soon

Developing communication skills through guided writing projects focused on social and environmental issues.

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Environmental Projects Coming Soon

Hands-on initiatives that connect climate education with practical community action and advocacy.

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Policy Research Coming Soon

Youth-led research examining policies affecting young women and their communities in Kenya.

Be Part of Our Growing Community

Follow our journey as we build an initiative focused on empowering young women through knowledge and advocacy. Together, we can create meaningful change for our communities and future generations.

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