Loyola Centre for Media and Communication Advances Youth Inclusion in Decision-Making
By Ms. Teresia Muia
The Loyola Centre for Media and Communication (LCMC) is taking significant strides in supporting the United Nations’ goal of meaningful youth inclusion in global governance. This commitment is exemplified by their latest initiative aimed at promoting youth engagement within the universality of the Church.
This two-month project, dubbed “Regional Social Justice,” has successfully connected students from St. Peter Clavers High School in Tanzania and Precious Blood High School for Girls in Kenya. Through a virtual one-hour interaction, the initiative fosters an environment where teens can engage creatively in interactive, task-oriented social situations, exchanging innovative ideas and perspectives.
Aligned with the UN’s call for expanding and strengthening youth participation to achieve the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, this project provides a practical platform for young people to voice their concerns and contribute to societal development. The initial session saw enthusiastic students from St. Peter Clavers express their eagerness to discuss issues affecting their growth and development.
As this project progresses, it echoes LCMC’s mission of empowering young people’s resilience in the digital age, ensuring their active participation in shaping a sustainable and inclusive future. This initiative not only addresses local and regional social justice issues but also aligns perfectly with global efforts to enhance youth engagement in decision-making processes.
By creating these opportunities, LCMC is playing a pivotal role in enabling young people to become proactive agents of change, contributing to the broader goals of social justice and sustainable development as outlined by the United Nations.
