Excerpt and Photo from samoaobserver.ws

To strengthen the capabilities of young peacebuilders worldwide, Jocelynette Leilua, a dedicated youth leader from Brown Girl Woke in Samoa, recently took part in the Generation Change Fellows Program initiated by the United States Institute of Peace (USIP).

The programme designed to empower young leaders aged 18-35 years in conflict resolution and community leadership, gathered participants from diverse regions, including the Pacific, Africa, the Middle East, Latin America, and Asia, for an intensive five-day fellowship held in Nadi, Fiji.

During this transformative experience, Leilua engaged in discussions centered on self-awareness, collaboration, amplifying messages, and fostering personal and community change alongside other emerging leaders.

Reflecting on her participation, Leilua emphasized the significance of connecting with peers from various backgrounds and how this interaction enriched her understanding of peacebuilding strategies. She expressed her intention to implement the knowledge gained from the program within her community in Samoa.