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Machinga concluded this year’s 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence (GBV) in style at a function held on 9 December at Nsanama Primary School in the district. The event was marked by powerful messages highlighting the urgent need to address all forms of violence, including the rising threat of cyberbullying. The ceremony was graced…

Today, YONECO joins the global community in commemorating International Human Rights Day. YONECO reiterates its commitment to promoting the rights of all people, especially the youth, women, children, and all vulnerable groups. Let us always remember that the dignity, freedom and safety of every person must be upheld. Let us safeguard human rights, demand accountability,…

YONECO organized review meetings and supportive visits for Parent-Child Communication (PCC) facilitators in five Traditional Authorities (T/As): Mduwa, Zulu, Mkanda, Mlonyeni, and Mavwere in Mchinji district. The activities, held from 1 to 5 December 2025, aimed to enhance the capacity of the facilitators in recruiting, managing, and supporting parents and guardians to effectively discuss and…

YONECO conducted a three-day Theatre for Development (#TfD) training for youth clubs aimed at empowering young people with practical skills to use participatory theatre in raising awareness on accountability and the rights of affected populations in Nsanje. The training was conducted under the FCDO-funded Climate Adaptation and Resilience project which is being implemented by the…

Today, we joined partners, community members, and various stakeholders in Mangochi and Blantyre for the launch of this year’s 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence (GBV) Campaign. In Blantyre, the launch event took place at Chikuli Ground in the area of Traditional Authority (T/A) Kunthembwe, while in Mangochi, the function was held at St…

It is inspiring to see community members in Chitipa district uniting to support their children’s education and demonstrating a strong commitment to ensuring the successful implementation of the Building Education Foundations through Innovation and Technology (BEFIT) programme. Communities around Chambo Primary School have demonstrated remarkable dedication to the programme by purchasing mats, buckets, and moulded…

Dear Readers, We are closing the year 2025, and we need to move away from events and celebrations to tangible and effective movements that address social injustices against youth, women, and children. During events and celebrations, we make political declarations, call to actions, and demand from the affected populations. The questions we ask in this…

YONECO is conducting a three-day training for women-led community-based organizations (CBOs) in Phalombe and Machinga districts under its project on sustaining community movements for peacebuilding and humanitarian response in Malawi. The initiative, funded by UN Women, aims to strengthen women’s participation in decision-making, conflict prevention, and humanitarian response across Phalombe and Machinga districts. The training,…

YONECO conducted a drug and substance abuse awareness session at STAR Private Secondary School in Blantyre on 26 November 2025. The session featured interactive discussions, real-life testimonials, and presentations on the dangers of substances such as alcohol, cannabis, and synthetic drugs. Students explored peer and societal pressures, learned resilience strategies, and engaged in role-playing exercises…

YONECO held a two-day multi-sectoral workshop in Mponela, Dowa, from 25 – 26 November to develop adolescent-friendly Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) communication materials under the ACE Project. The workshop brought together stakeholders from Dedza and Mchinji, including District Youth and Gender Officers, Health Promotion Officers, Youth-Friendly Health Services Coordinators, and youth representatives,…