Who We Are
Our Mission & Vision.
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Your generosity and commitment help us to;
Effectively advocate the implementation and reform of laws and policies for increased youth participation in leadership and democratic governance processes at local and national levels for progress and change in Uganda and beyond.
Create evidence-based advocacy tools that are easy to understand and use.
Convene like-minded youth-led and youth-focused state and non-state actors to create synergy in our shared vision for meaningful participation of youth and young people.
Our Supporters
AYDL is grateful to our community of supporters who provide the financial resources we need to empower young people and youth to participate in governance and development decision-making processes at all levels.
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Our core values
At African Youth Development Link (AYDL), we uphold a strong foundation of values that guide our work. We are committed to transparency, accountability, and professional integrity in everything we do. We prioritize gender sensitivity and respect for all individuals, ensuring inclusivity and dignity in our advocacy and programs. These core values drive us to make a positive impact and foster meaningful change within our communities and beyond.
Thematic program pillars
Our work is influenced by four mutually exclusive program pillars...
AYDL in numbers
Driving Sustainable Change
AYDL’s goal is to promote and mobilize the young people to proactively participate in development processes together with other similar-minded organizations and stakeholders such as the government, CBOs, FBOs, NGOs and development partners both locally and internationally.
Young people reached through our programs, with 83% reporting an increase in income and access to markets and finance.
AYDL facilitated the creation of 5 advocacy platforms to amplify youth voices and drive policy change.
Collaborated with 20+ organizations, including NGOs, government bodies, and international agencies.
Our work
Our Approach: Empowering Youth Through MAGIC
AYDL’s approach is rooted in the Human Rights-Based Approach (HRBA), implemented through MAGIC—Meaningful, Autonomy, Growth, Impact, and Connect. We empower youth by fostering meaningful engagement, promoting autonomy and initiative, encouraging personal growth and community impact, and facilitating strong connections with others.
Partnerships
Building Collective Impact through Partnerships
AYDL emphasizes collaboration with like-minded youth-focused organizations to address complex issues affecting youth. By partnering with entities such as the Uganda Parliamentary Forum on Youth Affairs (UPFYA) and civil society groups, we advocate for improved government programs and services for young people.