Restless Development

2024, you were incredible!! 🤩 Before the year ends, we're celebrating all the amazing things that have happened this year globally and across our Restless Development hubs. We have definitely shown unwavering #YouthPower during the last twelve months! 💪 Scroll through our digital scrapbook and reminisce our 2024 highlights with us ✨️ Want to know more? Check this out: https://lnkd.in/gT7f8wyc

💬 "We need to create a more collaborative space that is not hierarchical, where we can relate to one another." – Marie Mokuba, Global Youth Mobiliser at Restless Development September’s #YouthPowerSummit brought together young leaders to share bold ideas and drive conversations on global governance, leadership, and inclusion. In this video, Marie answers questions about the importance of youth voices, the event’s highlights, and how we can foster a more collaborative future. Let’s continue building a more inclusive world. #YouthLeadership #YouthPowerSummit #InclusionMatters

Hey, young changemakers! Here are some basic info you need to know about climate finance! Imagine a world where your financial decisions could help heal our planet. That's the power of climate finance—using money to support green initiatives and sustainable practices. 🌿💵 Climate finance is more than an investment; it's a commitment to a brighter, greener future. By directing funds towards renewable energy, eco-friendly projects, and innovative solutions, we can tackle climate change head-on. And guess what? You can be a part of this movement! Whether you’re investing in green startups, supporting community projects, or even just making conscious choices about where your money goes, every action counts. Let’s harness the power of finance to build a sustainable future together. #ClimateAction #SustainableFinance #InvestInTheFuture Restless Development

Earlier this year, we launched a call to action to ensure that youth are at the driving seat of all the decisions involving the use of technology in education. This call to action, builds on the recommendations of the #2024YouthReport with Restless Development where more than 1000 young people from around the world shared their views about how to ensure an equitable use of education technology. In 2025, we will be amplifying this report and its messages by organizing regional dialogues with young people and inviting others to join the call to action. The name of the young people who sign this call to action will be added at the end of the report. We hope to collect at least 1,000 signatures of young people calling for #TechOnOurTerms. Please help us spread the word! 🙌🏻 Restless Development Opportunities for Youth Primrose Manyalo Phuong Mai Anh Tran Rosario del Pilar Diaz Garavito Yasmein Abdelghany Adelisa S. Titiksha Vashist

🌍 Deadline Extended! Apply for the Democracy Moves Global Advisory Board⏳ Join the Movement for Youth Leadership and Democracy! ✊🌟 We are excited to announce the extension of the application deadline for the Democracy Moves Global Advisory Board until December 31, 2024. This is your chance to be part of an inspiring global network of young leaders driving change in democracy, human rights, and social justice. 🌍💬 What is Democracy Moves? Democracy Moves is a global network of young leaders dedicated to advancing democracy, human rights, and social justice across Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the MENA region. Powered by Restless Development, the network connects grassroots movements, organizations, and individuals to build more inclusive and equitable societies. 🤝🌏 About the Advisory Board Role This volunteering opportunity is designed to empower young leaders to shape the future of Democracy Moves and its programs. As a member of the Advisory Board, you’ll contribute to strategy, mentorship, and program development, amplifying the voices of young people globally. 🌱💡 Key Details: • Role Type: Voluntary 💼 • Application Deadline: December 31, 2024 ⏰ • Languages Accepted: English, Spanish, or French 🗣️ How to Apply: Submit your application through this link: 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gUfmBRmr More information: https://lnkd.in/g5wsGwAJ If you’re passionate about youth leadership, democracy, and creating meaningful impact, don’t miss this opportunity! 🌟🙌 For more information or inquiries, please contact caleb@restlessdevelopment.org and daniel@democracymoves.org. 📧 Apply now and be part of a movement that empowers young people to lead the fight for democracy worldwide! 🌍💪

🌟 Last September, we partnered with Restless Development to host the Youth Power Summit, where young people took centre stage to lead conversations across generations and engage directly with decision-makers.  While world leaders gathered at the UN Summit of the Future, young people at the Youth Power Summit shared their bold vision on global governance, leadership, and societal wellbeing, ensuring their voice is heard. Here are our 6 key takeaways from the summit: 🔎 Young people's rights remain overlooked 🗣️ Youth voices must be heard in decision-making 🛑 Adolescence must be protected from harm, violence, and discrimination 🤖 Human rights must guide AI and digital tech innovation 💙 Mental health must be prioritised for youth wellbeing 📱 Closing the gender digital divide is essential PMNCH UN Women Born This Way Foundation The MTV Staying Alive Foundation and many more. #YouthPower #YouthPowerSummit

We at Restless Development wish you a wonderful holiday season! May the remaining days of 2024 be filled with peace, love, and joy. 🎄🎁🧑🎄❄️ In the spirit of Christmas, we invite you to support the school retention of 2,000 rural girls in India. Over 40% of girls don't finish their secondary schools in Pakur, Jharkhand and your contribution could help secure a better future for them. Do consider donating! https://lnkd.in/g6bYjBjg

#WeAreRestless about #SRHR4ALL! Our Youth Advisory Board members under the SHE SOARS project recently visited Kasenengwa district for monitoring and evaluation exercises alongside LIVE WELL. These visits are also aimed at educating communities on adolescent sexual and reproductive rights. Watch to find out what they learnt! SHE SOARS is implemented in partnership with CARE, the Ministry of Health Zambia, and with support from Global Affairs Canada | Affaires mondiales Canada. #SHESOARS #YouthPower #YouthParticipation

Young people are urging for education technology that truly prioritizes their needs — technology that is equitable, inclusive, and backed by solid evidence. It is a call for governments to listen and take action, ensuring that tech enhances learning and fosters human connection, rather than replacing it. Join the movement and help shape the future of education: bit.ly/youthcallGEM #TechOnOurTerms

Last month, I had the pleasure of co-hosting a 2-day UK Feminist Convention for Restless Development alongside Sophia Raineri and Millicent Wenlock FRSA StMIEnvSc. In addition to this, I supported Emily McChrystal (FRSA)’s workshop analysing ‘Invisible Women’, in which we discussed data gaps and the consequences of policies that overlook women’s experiences. To conclude the weekend, I spoke on our Girl Math panel alongside Christal Kihm and Ines Hart about the need for multi-year, trust-based funding for intersectional feminist movements. Currently, funding is so limited and reactive - we shouldn’t be waiting for a woman to get killed before we realise we need to fund initiatives which work to end violence against women and girls. Likewise, we shouldn’t be making promises to half VAWG without financially supporting our community and voluntary sector. My key reflections from this event are: - We must go further if we are to create truly transformative spaces. We shouldn’t try to fit the mould, but rather walk the talk and remove the hierarchical nature from conferences. We should host more accessible and inclusive workshops and roundtables that allow for the contributions of diverse voices, especially those from the majority world. - Where are the men? And what is it about the word feminist that seeks to alienate half of the population? If we are to achieve gender equality then we need the participation of everybody. Who’s in the room really matters, and we need to start encouraging those who actively disagree with us into these spaces. - Asking for lived experience is often an extractive process. Leaders want individuals to relive their trauma at various events. However, we don’t want your sympathy, we want you to action our words. - Finally, we need sustainable, trust-based funding for grassroots organisations as opposed to making them fight over insufficient pots of money! Congratulations to all of the Walking the Talk Steering Group. I’m so proud of what we have achieved in 2024. Bring on 2025! 📸 Anna-Mhairi Kane #WalkingTheTalk #WTT #GoingTheExtraMile #RestlessDevelopment #funding #genderequality #feminism #grassroots