EYE ON WEST AFRICA (28th September to 2nd October) - mailchi.mp/7166e042414f/eye-…

Participants at the National Stakeholders Forum in Dakar, Senegal, on October 13, 2026, have expressed their commitment to supporting the @WADEMOSnetwork in advocating for the establishment and operationalization of the @ecowas_cedeao Economic, Social and Cultural Council (ECOSOCC). Organized in partnership with @AFRICTIVISTES and the @wacsi, the Forum brought together activists, youth groups, civil society organizations (CSOs), private sector representatives, and the media to advance dialogue on strengthening citizens’ participation in regional governance. Discussions focused on key barriers to establishing ECOWAS-ECOSOCC, opportunities for inclusive regional dialogue, using digital tools to enhance civic participation, and strategies to mobilize broader support for the WADEMOS campaign. The Forum reaffirmed the importance of collective action, regional solidarity, and meaningful citizen engagement in building a more inclusive, accountable, and democratic West Africa. #SolidarityForDemocracy

EYE ON WEST AFRICA (28th September to 2nd October) - mailchi.mp/2a061a59b0a2/eye-…

Comment les jeunes peuvent-ils façonner l’avenir de l’Afrique de l’Ouest sans voix dans les espaces de décision régionaux ? Rejoignez la discussion sur la CEDEAO-ECOSOCC et la participation des jeunes: 📅 2 oct. | 📷 10h GMT | 📷 Enregistre: tinyurl.com/4vnj7759

How can young people shape West Africa’s future if they are missing from the spaces where regional decisions are made? Join the conversation this Friday as we draw lessons from youth participation within the African Union and other multilateral spaces. 2 October 2026 10:00 AM–12:00 PM GMT Virtual | English & French Register now: tinyurl.com/4vnj7759 #ECOWASofThePeople #ECOSOCCWestAfrica #CitizensVoice #WADEMOS #YouthVoices

Comment les jeunes peuvent-ils façonner l’avenir de l’Afrique de l’Ouest sans voix dans les espaces de décision régionaux ? 📅 2 oct. | ⏰ 10h GMT | 💻 En ligne | FR & EN Rejoignez la discussion sur la CEDEAO-ECOSOCC et la participation des jeunes. 🔗 tinyurl.com/4vnj7759

How can young people shape West Africa’s future if they are missing from the spaces where regional decisions are made? As ECOSOCC-West Africa moves towards operationalisation, understanding how young people can meaningfully engage with this regional mechanism is increasingly important. The West Africa Democracy Solidarity Network and partners are bringing young people together to explore what ECOSOCC-West Africa means for them, the barriers that can limit their participation, and the opportunities and entry points for engaging with regional processes. The conversation will also draw lessons from youth participation within the African Union and other multilateral spaces. The conversation is happening this Friday. 2 October 2026 10:00 AM–12:00 PM GMT Virtual | English & French Register now: tinyurl.com/4vnj7759 #ECOWASofThePeople #ECOSOCCWestAfrica #CitizensVoice #WADEMOS #YouthVoices

De N’Djamena 🇹🇩 à Dakar 🇸🇳, un seul mot d’ordre : protéger et renforcer nos droits. chk.me/lGrZgbo #AfricTivistes #VoicesFromTheSahel #SahelActivists #CitizenConsultation @siasaplace @achpr_cadhp @AfrikajomCenter @CitizenLab_RIM @WADEMOSnetwork @ViePubliqueSN

For too long, conversations about institutional #accountability and #governance have felt disconnected from the language young people actually use. But across the region 🌍, a growing movement is showing that art🎨can be a powerful tool for civic engagement and #youth voice✊🏽. At the #WestAfrica Youth Regional Symposium in #Abuja, Nigeria, @NDI and @wademosnetwork created a dedicated space to showcase how creativity can amplify young voices and drive change. #NDImpact #NextGen #Artivism #SpokenWord #CreativeExpression #YouthCulture

We commemorate #InternationalDemocracyDay by celebrating young people as active participants in shaping democracy. At the Next Gen Initiative Symposium in Abuja, Nigeria, we explored what democracy means in the everyday lives of young people through stories, experiences, and meaningful conversations. The reflections remind us that democracy is ultimately about people, participation, and the power to shape the future we share. #internationaldayofdemocracy #NextGenNow #YouthAndDemocracy #Democracy @NDI

Over three days, participants identified shared barriers to democratic reform, developed strategies for action, and built connections across linguistic and geographic divides. ⬇️ bit.ly/3VaI8rr

🆕 As we approach #DemocracyDay, we’re highlighting young leaders who are turning shared challenges into collective action. Nearly 100 young reformers from 13 #WestAfrican countries came together in #Abuja for #NDI/@WADEMOSnetwork's Next Gen in Reform Symposium 🧵⬇️

As #InternationalDemocracyDay approaches, CSOs across #WestAfrica are raising awareness on important issues around democracy, elections, and citizen participation. In #Nigeria, CSOs will hold a World Press Conference on “Threats to Nigeria’s Democracy Ahead of the 2027 General Elections.” In #Ghana, the Citizens Platform for Constitutional Reforms (CPCR) will present a unified CSO position on constitutional reforms, in a bid to amplify citizen voices, and seek to influence the reform process. Both events will be livestreamed on respective member social media platforms. #SolidarityForDemocracy

What does meaningful citizen participation look like in West Africa? Join Wademos and West Africa Civil Society Institute (WACSI) for a Regional Citizens Webinar as citizens and democracy stakeholders come together to share perspectives, experiences and ideas on strengthening citizen participation and democratic governance in the region. Register and be part of the conversation: shorturl.at/AIHON 17 September 2026 | 10:00 - 12:00 GMT | Virtual (Zoom) The forum will be held in English and French. #WADEMOS #CitizensParticipation

WADEMOS Network has raised concerns over Guinea-Bissau’s August 30 constitutional referendum and the tensions surrounding its conduct, legitimacy and outcome. While recognizing the announced results, the Network notes the concerns from opposition parties and civil society over consultation, safeguards and transparency. The Network urges dialogue and an inclusive process to help rebuild trust as the country transitions to multiparty democracy. Read more: bit.ly/4imcXmO #SolidarityForDemocracy #Referendum

The @wademosnetwork Coordinator, Paul Osei-Kuffour, from August 27-28, participated in the West Africa Network for Peacebuilding (@WANEP_Regional ) Regional Workshop in Conakry, Guinea, held under the theme “From Awareness-raising to Action: Making Civic and Electoral Education a Driver of Institutional Trust, Inclusion, Democratic Resilience and Violence Prevention." The workshop brought together regional stakeholders to explore innovative approaches to strengthening civic and electoral education. @paulkuffour moderated a session on reimagining civic and electoral education in West Africa, with experts from Senegal, Sierra Leone, Guinea, Benin, and Ghana discussing reforms to address existing challenges while consolidating gains made in improving electoral integrity and inclusion. #SolidarityForDemocracy

Thank You Mr Fomunyo and Prof Jibrin for sharing your perspectives and encouraging youths to do more for the country. All the lessons learned has been fully internalized and we are going to do things that will make our country proud

EYE ON WEST AFRICA (1st August to 18th August) - mailchi.mp/cd8f135e735a/eye-…