Tag: Youth Advocacy
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Youth Cyclists and NYA CEO Lead Bike Protest Against Drug Abuse in Accra
Introduction: A Morning Ride with a Message A spirited show of unity and purpose unfolded on the streets of Accra as a group of energetic youth cyclists joined Osman Ayariga, the Chief Executive Officer of the National Youth Authority (NYA), for a bike procession aimed at drawing attention to the dangers of drug abuse. The…
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Chronic Pain in Australian Youth: Listening to Young Pain
What chronic pain looks like for Australian youth When nine-year-old Cooper Smylie injured his knee playing tag at school, he did not expect a six‑month chase for an answer. What began as a burning sensation in his right foot soon became a daily burden that kept him from walking, from school, and from simply being…
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Local Longford Teen Honoured as Epilepsy Ireland Volunteer of the Year
Longford Teen Receives Epilepsy Ireland Volunteer of the Year Award In a ceremony at Epilepsy Ireland’s national conference, the charity recognised a local Longford teen, Rebecca Reid, as the recipient of its annual Volunteer of the Year award. The honour highlights Rebecca’s dedication to raising awareness about epilepsy and supporting others living with the condition.…
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Youth Manifesto Against Tobacco Industry Interference Unveiled in Pasig on World Lung Day
World Lung Day Ignites a Youth-led Manifesto in Pasig In a bold stand on World Lung Day, young Filipinos in Pasig City unveiled a Youth Manifesto Against Tobacco Industry Interference, a call to shield the nation’s youth from manipulative marketing and deceptive tactics used by the tobacco industry. The event marks a pivotal moment for…
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World Lung Day: Youth Manifesto Against Tobacco Industry Interference Unveiled in Pasig
Event Overview In Pasig City, on World Lung Day, a collective of young Filipinos launched a bold stand against the tobacco industry. The TobaccOFF NOW! Movement, a youth-created and youth-led advocacy group, unveiled its Youth Manifesto Against Tobacco Industry Interference on Sept. 25. The document marks the start of a broader campaign, built with input…
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Youth Manifesto Against Tobacco Industry Interference Debuts in Pasig on World Lung Day
World Lung Day Sets the Stage for Youth-Led Action On Sept. 25, in Pasig City, young Filipinos from the TobaccOFF NOW! Movement unveiled a Youth Manifesto Against Tobacco Industry Interference. The event, held to mark World Lung Day, highlighted what organizers describe as manipulative and deceptive tactics used by the tobacco industry to attract the…