Theme: Youth Advancing Multilateral Cooperation through Technology and Partnerships
Date: 26th - 27th September, 2025
Location: Arusha, Tanzania
Faraja Africa Foundation, in partnership with the East African Legislative Assembly (EALA), European Union, GIZ, Akina Mama wa Afrika, EACSOF, Parliament of Uganda, and other regional stakeholders, is proud to announce the 8th East African Youth Parliament (EAYP), also known as Vijana Assembly 2025.
Since its launch in 2018, the East African Youth Parliament has become a flagship cross-border advocacy platform that amplifies youth voices in national and regional governance. It empowers young leaders with skills in policy dialogue, leadership, and multilateral cooperation, driving inclusive and sustainable development across the East African Community (EAC). This year’s theme, aligned with International Youth Day 2025, is “Youth Advancing Multilateral Cooperation through Technology and Partnerships”
We invite passionate, innovative, and committed young leaders from across the EAC to join us in Arusha, Tanzania, to shape the future of regional integration, democratic governance, and youth-led development.
Why Apply?
• Gain regional leadership and advocacy skills
• Engage directly with policymakers and EALA representatives
• Network with over 150 youth leaders from 8 EAC countries
• Influence regional policy recommendations on youth, technology, and cooperation
Eligibility Criteria
You are eligible to apply if you:
- Are a young person aged 18–35 years by December 2025
- Are a national of any EAC Member State: Burundi, Democratic Republic of Congo, Kenya, Rwanda, South Sudan, Tanzania, Uganda, or Somalia
- Are passionate about youth leadership, governance, and regional cooperation
- Have valid travel documents (passport or national ID for Tanzanians)
Application Procedure
To apply, please complete the following steps:
1. Fill out the online application form - https://forms.gle/yRBMWMatxnxJKheb9
2. Make a social media post on any platform (X/Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, etc.) expressing your interest and expectations in the 8th East African Youth Parliament.
3. Include the hashtags: #EAYouthParliament25
4. Tag and follow our official pages:
- Twitter/X: @FarajaAfricaFdn
- Facebook: Faraja Africa Foundation
- Instagram: @farajaafricafdn
- LinkedIn: Faraja Africa Foundation
For Inquiries, contact us at: info@farajaafricafdn.org
Application Deadline: 1st September 2025 at 11:59 PM EAT
Faraja Africa Foundation is an equal-opportunity platform. We encourage applications from young women, persons with disabilities, and youth from rural and marginalized communities.
