YIPAR Vision
A Tobacco-Free Africa Empowered by the Collective Action of its Youth.
Africa’s passionate youth are rallying against the tobacco epidemic, transforming their communities into health-focused havens. Led by dynamic young leaders, this movement believes a tobacco-free future will unleash their potential. Through awareness campaigns and grassroots initiatives, they empower themselves and others, cultivating opportunities for wellness and prosperity while actively shaping a healthier continent for future generations.
YIPAR Mission
Mobilise African youth to advocate for public health policies with tobacco control as a key pillar, and create a sustainable movement for change.
Objectives
Building a Vibrant
Youth Movement
Establish a vibrant and inclusive African youth
movement dedicated to tobacco control advocacy.
Establish YIPAR chapters in target countries (South Africa, Kenya, Nigeria, Zambia).
Organise leadership and advocacy training programs.
Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and empowerment among youth advocates.
Create opportunities for youth-led initiatives and projects.
Objectives
Mobilisation of
Youth Advocates
Mobilise 100,000 – 200,000 youth advocates against smoking and vaping by 2026.
Digital outreach campaigns targeting youth demographics.
Grassroots initiatives in communities, schools, and universities.
Partnerships with existing youth organisations.
Utilise social media platforms for awareness and recruitment.
Objectives
Regional Trainings
and conferences
Equip youth advocates with the knowledge, skills, and resources for effective tobacco control initiatives
Organise regional training workshops on tobacco control policies, advocacy strategies, and public health.
Provide technical assistance and mentorship to emerging youth leaders.
Develop online resources and toolkits for continuous learning and capacity building.
Objectives
Develop Sustainable
Partnerships
Encourage partnerships with stakeholders to amplify advocacy efforts and create lasting impact.
Identify and engage governmental agencies, NGOs, media outlets, academia, and influencers.
Establish formal partnerships through MOUs or agreements.
Collaborate on joint advocacy campaigns, policy initiatives, and research projects.
Events
Upcoming Events
09 May 2025
#IamNotFalling Communication Virtual Session
20 May 2025
#IamNotFalling Leadership & Development Virtual Session
28 - 30 May 2025
#IamNotFalling Youth Conference