"As a youth, you claim the space, you go for what you believe in, and you run with that space because in whatever we do in life and for us to be able to succeed, we must be passionate about it. If you are passionate about matters of governance, run in that aspect....and for sure, persistence at the end of it all pays, and you end up being so good in Whatever you undertake." ~Lady Justice Fatuma Sichale
"Young people should watch the news and participate in public participation; be involved in decision-making in the community, knowing where your chief is, the ward administrator, and just being involved in that governance processes ." ~Nerima Wako-Executive Director Siasa place
"Young people have a right to run for office as much as they have a right to vote."
~Daniel Orogo- Africa Regional Coordinator Democracy Moves
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