AFRICAN YOUTH ACTION NETWORK (AYAN)
AYAN, the African Youth Action Network, was established in 2015 by refugee youth for refugee youth across South Sudan and Uganda. Our purpose and mission is to provide a platform that harnesses and nurtures young people’s personal, community and national aspirations and potential to promote peace and development through informed, innovative and value driven approaches.
Headquarter Country
South Sudan
Geographies served
South Sudan Uganda
Issue areas addressed
Climate Diversity & Inclusion Education Food & Agriculture Livelihoods Peace, Justice & Institutions
Communities served
Children Youth Women Immigrants, asylum seekers, internally displaced or refugees
SDGs focus
SDG 1 - No Poverty SDG 10 - Reduced Inequality SDG 16 - Peace and Justice Strong Institutions SDG 2 - Zero Hunger SDG 3 - Good Health and Well-being SDG 4 - Quality Education SDG 5 - Gender Equality SDG 8 - Decent Work and Economic Growth