#LateNightGrind 💪 Together with the NIMD Youth Ambassadors (L-R) Sultan 🇪🇹, Trassyleen 🇺🇬, Nasra (Somaliland), Peter 🇰🇪; we're working around the clock to ensure the readiness of a working document for the "Strategic Roadmap for Youth Engagement in the Political Spaces of E.A"

"As we return to our counties, let us remember that we have embarked on a mission not only of inclusive democracy but liberation." - Atukwatse Primus Bahiigi #WYDEngagement

"We must ensure that Agenda 2063 becomes a reality. It may seem impossible because the forces against this mission are strong, armed with money, books, AI, and political power." - Atukwatse Primus Bahiigi #WYDEngagement

"We must validate these road maps in our countries and use them as a basis for intergenerational dialogues." - Atukwatse Primus Bahiigi #WYDEngagement

That's a wrap for the first-ever #WYDEngagement Regional Engagement. A heartfelt thank you to the organizers, NIMD Kenya, partners, funders, and all participants for making this a reality and success.

We just wrapped up an insightful regional conference organised by the Netherlands Institute for Multi-Party Democracy under the Women and Youth in Democracy Engagement Program (WYDE) in Kenya, bringing together youth political actors from across East Africa.

As Uganda prepares for the 2026 general elections, political parties are getting ready for internal primaries. However, challenges such as polarization, violence, and a lack of civic education pose significant threats. We need a peaceful electoral process! #LetPeaceLeadUG #PoD

Dialogue platforms like these are essential as they encourage political actors to interact with law enforcement and electoral commissions. Collaboration is crucial for ensuring a credible electoral process! #LetPeaceLeadUG #IAm4peaceUG

During the engagement, @NIMD will share the results from a commissioned conflict situation analysis conducted ahead of the 2026 general elections. #LetPeaceLeadUG #IAm4peaceUG

NIMD Uganda NIMD Atukwatse Primus Bahiigi EU in Uganda In this electoral season, we the YOUTH want PEACE, not PROBLEMS! Violent elections frustrate emerging leaders, yet the perpetrators of the same tell us day after another that we are the leaders of tomorrow. Please do not make our "TOMORROW" violent.

A vote of thanks to NIMD Uganda for organizing the retreat.

Youth in politics is just the first step. So, how can youth move from merely being represented in political structures to actively influencing decisions and driving change? We will discuss this and more on: 🗓️Thursday 14 Aug 🔗Join us: x.com/i/spaces/1RDxl… 🕣At 7:30 pm.

Do you know that violence in elections undermines multiparty democracy? Here is why 👇 #LetsTalkPeaceUG #TUONGEA NIMD EU in Uganda Atukwatse Primus Bahiigi

“We need comprehensive legal reform for inclusivity & equal representation in the electoral system. Invest in training leaders, not politicians. Leaders have the country at heart” - Atukwatse Primus Bahiigi, NIMD Uganda #UGWomen4Peace

Uganda’s elections should unite, not divide us. On 5–6 Sept, leaders, youth & communities meet in Lira to confront violence & champion peaceful participation. Be part of the change. #LetsTalkPeaceUG #Tuongea #NBSUpdates

Dialogue, which is central to NIMD's work, encourages critical discussions on peaceful electoral participation among youth leaders. These engagements are part of our #TUONGEA project, which will bolster democratic values such as tolerance, dialogue, and coexistence among young

Lynett Nanyonjo, the chairperson of Multiparty Youth Forum, has emphasized that young people in Uganda may belong to different political parties and ideologies, but their primary goal is a better Uganda. "After the elections, remember that politics is simply a match with different

Giving the keynote address at the dialogue is the Minister of Gender, Labour and Social Development, Hon. Hon Betty Amongi. She has emphasized to the young leaders present that once they are elected, they serve as leaders for everyone, not just their party members. Additionally,

🤔What do you wish for Uganda before, during, and after elections? We must protect our country. Peace should be our only path. Political competition shouldn't be a threat to our peace. #LetsTalkPeaceUg #TUONGEA

At #NIMD, we believe in the power of #dialogue to unite diverse groups—such as young people, women politicians, civil society, and elected representatives. By encouraging #dialogue, we can listen to one another, work together, and discuss our differences. #LetsTalkPeaceUg