Say Yes to Youth Week: The Road from Passion to Action

Say Yes to Youth Week: The Road from Passion to Action

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1809897/fan_mail/new] In this special episode, guest host Judy Amina from SRHR Alliance Kenya is joined by two youth advocates making waves in the SRHR space: Sarah Meijer, Youth Representative for the CSW, and Ruth Namuchi, Youth advocate from SRHR Alliance Kenya and contributor to the UPR. Together, Sarah and Ruth open up about their journeys navigating two influential global policy processes: the CSW (Commission on the Status of Women) and the UPR (Universal Periodic Review). Sharing early experiences that ignited their passion, frustrating realities of SRHR advocacy, and honest tips to overcome self-doubt, our guests offer heartfelt, practical advice for any young person considering an advocacy journey of their own. This episode is brought to you as part of Say Yes to Youth, a collaboration between CHOICE and SRHR Alliance Kenya. For the past two years, Say Yes to Youth has gathered young people from the AU and EU to foster dialogue and deepen their knowledge of the policy spaces that influence their SRHR🙌 Acronyms used: * SRHR = Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights * CSW = Commission on the Status of Women * UPR = Universal Periodic Review CHOICE's info: * Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/choiceforyouth] * Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/choiceforyouth/] * Twitter [https://twitter.com/choiceforyouth] * LinkedIn  [https://www.linkedin.com/company/choice-for-youth-and-sexuality/] * Website [https://www.choiceforyouth.org/] * YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@CHOICE4YS] * TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@choiceforyouth] Podcast theme music by Transistor.fm [https://transistor.fm/?via=music]

Young and Powerful & Looking Back, Moving Forward with Poppy Stanbury

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1809897/fan_mail/new] In this very special episode, CHOICE is joined by Poppy Stanbury, a human rights defender, gender expert, and until very recently, our incredible Advocacy & Communications Coordinator. Over the past six years, Poppy has shaped CHOICE’s global advocacy and visibility. Since 2021, she has also been the voice behind our Young & Powerful podcast, interviewing youth activists and experts from around the world. This time, the roles are reversed: Shivatmicaa sits down with Poppy to reflect on her journey at CHOICE, the lessons she’s learned, and her insights on Meaningful and Inclusive Youth Participation, especially within international advocacy spaces. Join us as Poppy shares honest reflections, favourite moments, and the impact of young people leading change.

Young and Powerful & Protecting Queer Rights in Kenya

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1809897/fan_mail/new] In this episode CHOICE is joined by Sheila Lulu, human rights lawyer and advocate of the High Court of Kenya, currently serving as the Program Officer – Knowledge and Partnerships at the National Gay and Lesbian Human Rights Commission (NGLHRC). She works to advance equality and non-discrimination for LGBTIQ+ persons, refugees, and asylum seekers in Kenya and the region, and was recently awarded as the Kenya Model United Nations (KMUN) Person of the Year 2025! In this episode Poppy and Lulu discuss queer rights in Kenya, the history of LGBTQI+ rights in Kenya and her important work in protecting queer youth.  Acronyms used: * SRHR = Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights * CSE = Comprehensive Sexuality Education * MIYP = Meaningful and Inclusive Youth Participation National Gay & Lesbian Human Rights Commission's info: * Website [https://nglhrc.com/] * TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@nglhrc] * Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/NGLHRC/?_rdc=2&_rdr#] CHOICE's info: * Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/choiceforyouth] * Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/choiceforyouth/] * Twitter [https://twitter.com/choiceforyouth] * LinkedIn  [https://www.linkedin.com/company/choice-for-youth-and-sexuality/] * Website [https://www.choiceforyouth.org/] * YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@CHOICE4YS] * TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@choiceforyouth] Podcast theme music by Transistor.fm [https://transistor.fm/?via=music]

Young and Powerful & Being a Global Voice for Youth

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1809897/fan_mail/new] In this episode CHOICE is joined by Hanna Mulugeta, Youth Champion at the Development Expertise Center in Addis Ababa! We discuss her experience working on human rights for youth in Ethiopia, what her biggest successes are campaigning for youth on a global scale, and how Hanna's journey has shaped who she is now!  We have showcased 12 inspiring and innovative Stories of Change from across Asia and Africa, capturing the incredible work and impact of our young partners in mainstreaming MIYP. Read more about Hanna's story and other amazing young people on our website [https://storiesofchange.choiceforyouth.org/]! Acronyms used: * SRHR = Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights * CSE = Comprehensive Sexuality Education * MIYP = Meaningful and Inclusive Youth Participation Development Expertise Centre's info: * Website [https://decethiopia.org/] * Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/dec.ethiopia/] * Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/developmentexpertisecenter] * YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@developmentexpertisecenter1343] CHOICE's info: * Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/choiceforyouth] * Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/choiceforyouth/] * Twitter [https://twitter.com/choiceforyouth] * LinkedIn  [https://www.linkedin.com/company/choice-for-youth-and-sexuality/] * Website [https://www.choiceforyouth.org/] * YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@CHOICE4YS] * TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@choiceforyouth] Podcast theme music by Transistor.fm [https://transistor.fm/?via=music]

Young and Powerful & Celebrating International Youth Day!

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1809897/fan_mail/new] Are you ready to celebrate International Youth Day?!  In this episode CHOICE is joined by Peter Derrek Hof, Ambassador for Women's Rights & Gender Equality, and Aydin Karadag, Youth Ambassador for SRHR for the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs! We have an intergenerational dialogue discussing the importance of youth engagement, how we can continue to push the SRHR agenda, and keeping youth at the forefront!  Acronyms used: * SRHR = Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights * CSE = Comprehensive Sexuality Education * MIYP = Meaningful and Inclusive Youth Participation Aydin's info: * Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/youthambassadorsrhr/] CHOICE's info: * Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/choiceforyouth] * Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/choiceforyouth/] * Twitter [https://twitter.com/choiceforyouth] * LinkedIn  [https://www.linkedin.com/company/choice-for-youth-and-sexuality/] * Website [https://www.choiceforyouth.org/] * YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@CHOICE4YS] * TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@choiceforyouth] Podcast theme music by Transistor.fm [https://transistor.fm/?via=music]