Young Women in Democracy Forum

Young Women in Democracy Forum YWDF is a Sierra Leonean women's movement that promotes young women's voices

FROM VOTERS TO DECISION MAKERS We will continue to amplify the voices of young women and their perspectives on democrac...
15/09/2026

FROM VOTERS TO DECISION MAKERS

We will continue to amplify the voices of young women and their perspectives on democracy.

Young women have a voice, a role, and a place in shaping our democracy.

From Voters to Decision-Makers: Electoral Education for Young Women is Key🙌As part of our intervention to commemorate Wo...
15/09/2026

From Voters to Decision-Makers: Electoral Education for Young Women is Key🙌

As part of our intervention to commemorate World Democracy Day, the Young Women in Democracy Forum (YWDF) is using this campaign to promote electoral education and meaningful democratic participation among young women.

Democracy is not only about casting a vote. It is also about understanding electoral processes, knowing our rights and responsibilities, participating meaningfully, and having the confidence and knowledge to take our rightful place in decision-making spaces.

Through “From Voters to Decision-Makers,” YWDF seeks to remind young women that their voices matter beyond the ballot box. When young women are informed, engaged, and empowered, they can become active citizens, effective advocates, and decision-makers who shape the future of our democracy.

Let us move from simply being voters to becoming informed, active and empowered decision-makers.

Meet Turay Badriatu, National Coordinator of the Young Women in Democracy Forum, speaking at the West Africa Youth Democ...
08/09/2026

Meet Turay Badriatu, National Coordinator of the Young Women in Democracy Forum, speaking at the West Africa Youth Democracy Conference, holding 8th-10th September 2026 in Dakar, Senegal.

Democracy works best when every voice at the table reflects the people it serves, and that includes making room for young people to lead, not just participate. This conference is a chance to put that principle into practice. It is convened with support from ECOWAS-CEDEAO, Delegation of the European Union to Nigeria and ECOWAS, Denmark in Nigeria, ECOWAS NETWORK OF ELECTORAL COMMISSIONS (ECONEC-RESAO), and implemented by GIZ Nigeria & ECOWAS, Expertise France, and FIAP.

Follow the conversation on our Youtube Channel: Legis360

YWIDF participates in the MRU Youth Connect Forum 2026 under the theme “One Region, One Generation, One Future.”Represe...
19/06/2026

YWIDF participates in the MRU Youth Connect Forum 2026 under the theme “One Region, One Generation, One Future.”

Representing us are our Western Regional Coordinator and Koinadugu District Coordinator.

This forum brings together young leaders across the Mano River Union to exchange ideas, build networks, and co-create solutions on youth empowerment, democratic governance, women’s leadership, and sustainable development.

We remain committed to amplifying the voices of young women and driving inclusive leadership across Sierra Leone

YWDF AT THE NEXT GEN IN REFORM YOUTH SYMPOSIUM IN ABUJA. The National Communications Officer of Young Women in Democracy...
04/06/2026

YWDF AT THE NEXT GEN IN REFORM YOUTH SYMPOSIUM IN ABUJA.

The National Communications Officer of Young Women in Democracy Forum (YWDF), Regina Gborie representes the Forum at the Next Gen in Reform Youth Symposium with participants across West Africa, holding in Abuja, Nigeria June 2-4, 2026

The symposium brought together young leaders across the region to discuss how youth can have increased political and democratic participation, become decision-makers and not afterthought

Key messages from Day 1 discussions:
- Solidarity is strategy: The issues are continental. Solutions must be regional and collective.
- Young people should have Political consciousness, identify gaps, proffer innovative solutions, and shape policy.
- Exclusion is no longer an option.
- Multiple tools, one goal advocacy, partnerships, political negotiation, and storytelling are critical not preferably protest.
- Young leaders must master all forms of engagement.
- Tell your own story: Community media and youth-led narratives are essential to counter misinformation and claim space.

YWDF remains committed to building stronger young Women leadership for democracy and increasing their participation in governance. We are taking these lessons back to strengthen media, advocacy, capacity building and civic engagement across our communities.

Youth are not an afterthought. Youth are the present.

Thanks to the National Democratic Institute (NDI) and the West Africa Democracy Solidary Network
(WADEMOS) for this powerful initiative.

Obituary AnnouncementThere is a time to serve and a time to be served. With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our...
26/01/2026

Obituary Announcement

There is a time to serve and a time to be served. With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our dear colleague Mr. Joseph Koroma, fondly called “Josephine” amongst YWDF members, a dedicated stakeholder of the Kossoh Town community.

Joseph was a true HE4SHE Champion who rendered selfless service to Young Women in Democracy Forum and passionately championed the PANT Education Campaign in the Western Rural District of Sierra Leone. His relentless commitment to young women’s empowerment and community development will remain a lasting legacy.

This sad event occurred in the early hours of Monday, 26th January 2026. He has taken a bow and stood aside to let us continue the race, as he journeys to his final destination.

The body will be laid to rest on Tuesday, 27th January 2026. Prayers will take place at 2:00 PM at the Fullah Mosque, Worreh, Kossoh Town, and thereafter at the Kossoh Town Community Cemetery.

Sympathizers may call 099462100 or visit the bereaved family at Kossoh Town Ataya Base.

May the Almighty Allah grant him Jannah and give his family the strength to bear this great loss.

18/12/2025

The PANT Campaign song is more than a challenge, the rhythm is intentional to making every child we cross paths with understands their rights and how they can prevent themselves from being victims of sexual pe*******on.

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09/12/2025

Day 15 of the 16 days of Activism and we are here with the PANT SONG Challenge at HRS Bo.



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We joined the sponsored walk with SGBV Survivors organized. We walked as a way of purpose and showcased our shared commi...
06/12/2025

We joined the sponsored walk with SGBV Survivors organized.
We walked as a way of purpose and showcased our shared commitment to positive change.
Young women in Democracy Forum desires a society free from all forms of abuse against women and children.
This is achievable, let's make it happen.
Thanks to Rainbo Initiative and other partners.



05/12/2025

Every child deserves protection from any and every form of abuse/exploitation, especially sexual abuse.
As a mother, it bleeds my heart hearing of children been molested, and painfully, not even the severity of justice given to their abusers can take away their pain, trauma and their health.
It is wise that us at Young Women in Democracy Forum are bringing the children along in our fight for their safety.
Thank you Beba Preparatory School, Kenema, for joining the PANTS song challenge.

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