14/06/2026
OFFICIAL CANDIDACY ANNOUNCEMENT | GYC 2026 LEADERSHIP ELECTIONS
The GYC Côte d’Ivoire Chapter is proud to announce the candidacy of its Country Representative, Bamba Djakaridja, for the position of Deputy Secretary for Programs of the Global Youth Consortium Against Harmful Practices (GYC).
Having successfully passed the screening and eligibility verification stage, he now advances to the next phase of the election process.
For over two years, Bamba Djakaridja has served as GYC Country Representative for Côte d’Ivoire, contributing to youth mobilization, partnership building, advocacy efforts, and initiatives aimed at ending harmful practices and promoting the rights and well-being of young people and communities.
His vision for GYC is centered around four key priorities:
✅ Strengthening program planning, monitoring, and impact;
✅ Enhancing the capacity and support of Country Representatives;
✅ Promoting innovation, collaboration, and meaningful youth participation;
✅ Encouraging knowledge sharing and the exchange of best practices across member countries.
Through this candidacy, he seeks to contribute to a stronger, more connected, and impact-driven GYC that empowers young people to lead change in their communities and beyond.
We wish him every success throughout the election process as he continues to embody the values of service, integrity, collaboration, and youth leadership.
Vote Bamba Djakaridja for Deputy Secretary for Programs.
Stronger Programs, Greater Impact.