Author: Lemani Makina

The month of November is associated with the prevention of abuse and violence. We start the month with the prevention of child abuse and the promotion of the rights of children. The 19 Days of Activism for Prevention of Violence Against Children starts today November 1, 2023 to November 19, 2023. This is a period…

YONECO organized a two-day session on human rights at Rumphi Youth Drop-in Centre that was aimed at educating children about the freedoms they have and their associated responsibilities. The session was held on 27 and 28, October 2023, with a focus on dispelling a common misconception among some children that they solely possess rights without…

In a heart-warming show of community spirit, YFM staff joined Amayi Yankhulani Get-together that was organised by the programme’s audience. The event demonstrated the strength of the women’s empowerment movement at the grassroots level. Women from various regions in Malawi, including Neno, Phalombe, Thyolo, Machinga, Zomba, Balaka, Lilongwe and Mangochi, gathered to connect, share stories,…

Today, we had an exciting role-modeling session with learners at South Lunzu Primary School in Blantyre. We organized the activity to inspire and motivate the learners by introducing them to successful individuals who can serve as their positive role models. During the session, some accomplished individuals were invited to share their stories and experiences. The…

Zomba City, just like many parts of Malawi, faces a serious challenge with young people abusing drugs and other substances. Thus, in a bid to safeguard learners from the devastating health effects of these tendencies, school authorities at Matiti Primary School in Zomba engaged YONECO to educate learners about the dangers of drug and alcohol…

Young people often find themselves navigating a complex web of moral dilemmas, peer pressure, and various challenges in their everyday lives. These issues can have a significant impact on their educational future and overall wellbeing. In response to the growing concerns in the district, YONECO took proactive steps to equip young learners with essential life…

Dear Esteem Readers, Welcome to October 2023 and we hope you are well and will be enjoying the newsletter. We, at YONECO, are excited that you are with us, and we are there for you.  We begin this column by reflecting on the fact that mid-September 2023, The Malawi National Examination Board released the results…

As the new academic year has just started, YONECO is geared up to ensure that young people are able to enjoy their right to education by ensuring that they have adequate age-appropriate information about their Sexual Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR). On September 22, 2023, YONECO officers conducted an SRHR awareness session at Kingdom Builders…

YONECO organized a two-day meeting on humanitarian response that we organized for various stakeholders in Blantyre district. The meeting has been organized under Strengthening Child Protection and Accountability to Affected Populations which YONECO is implementing with funding from UNICEF. The project has been introduced to strengthen protection services for women and children in the areas…