As we enter a new year, YGLN Founder Emmanuel Addo has shared a short message with members, partners and friends of the Network.
He reflects on a year in which YGLN secured UN ECOSOC Special Consultative Status, advanced plans for the Young African Leaders Summit 2027, strengthened its country chapters and laid the groundwork for new programmes such as the NexGen Leaders Fellowship and UK-based executive education opportunities with Globara UK.
Looking ahead, Emmanuel calls on members to stay engaged, make full use of the opportunities the Network offers and continue supporting one another across borders. He stresses that the coming year will focus on deepening impact, building stronger partnerships with universities and institutions, and creating even more pathways for young people to lead in public life, business and civil society.
