About Us

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About Us

CYPA Africa is a youth-led, non-profit and non-political civil society organization dedicated to shaping a more inclusive and progressive future for Africa. We are committed to promoting meaningful youth participation in governance, policy processes, and community development across the continent.

By using youth as a catalyst for transformation, CYPA Africa seeks to build a generation of informed, engaged, and accountable leaders who are equipped to reshape Africa’s future through participation, dialogue, and advocacy.

2014

Our History

Established in 2014 as a student-led initiative at the university of Jos, CYPA Africa has evolved into a leading non-profit organization in Africa, leveraging research, civic engagement, policy, advocacy and youth development initiatives to shape a brighter future for Africa. Her work spans advocacy in election and democracy, governance, human rights, peace building, policy, diplomatic missions, legislative accountability, gender equality and youth engagements. The organization has been at the forefront of civic advocacy and youth participation in Nigeria championing democratic  reforms. Founded on the principles of inclusion and social change, with a vision to create a society where young people are leading positive change, CYPA Africa is committed to see an equitable and prosperous Africa where young people are the catalysts.

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ICAD2025 Highlights

The International Conference On Africa`s Democracy… Building a governance that works in Africa for Africans.

Meet our team

Meet our team

Meet the team committed to amplifying youth voices and shaping positive change across the continent.

Emmanuel Dajan

Emmanuel Dajan

Head Tech & Media

Jihan Angelo

Jihan Angelo

Asst. Media & Comms

Grace Icha

Grace Icha

Programs Assistant

Tancit Jerry

Tancit Jerry

Front Desk & Comms Assistant