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Youth at the Frontlines of Peace: A Conversation with AU Youth Ambassador for Peace

Season 1 Episode 12

In this episode of Africa Within, we sit down with Simone Diouf, the African Union Youth Ambassador for Peace in West Africa, to explore the core of the Youth, Peace, and Security (YPS) Agenda.

Simone shares her journey as a young peacebuilder and discusses the vital role youth play in conflict prevention and the establishment of sustainable peace. She emphasizes that youth inclusion is not just necessary; it is urgent. From grassroots activism to continental policymaking, this conversation unpacks the progress, challenges, and aspirations for a peaceful future driven by Africa’s youth.

About Ms Diouf

Simone Mbodé Diouf is a young Senegalese woman passionate about gender issues, youth empowerment, peace, and security. She serves as the African Union Youth Ambassador for Peace, representing the West African region. Simone is an international consultant and trainer on Women, Peace, and Security (WPS) as well as Youth, Peace, and Security (YPS) for various institutions and organizations, including La Francophonie and Senghor University.



A special thanks to Sethekele Ncube for producing this episode.


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