Mindset Change: The Key to Youth Empowerment, Peace and Sustainable Development in Malawi

What if unlocking Malawi’s youth potential starts with a change in how we think?

Young people in Malawi are full of potential, talent, skill, ambition, and drive, yet many still face challenges like limited economic opportunities, gender disparities, and underrepresentation in decision-making spaces.

Join us for our upcoming Fireside Chat – Malawi Edition as we explore: “Mindset Change: The Key to Youth Empowerment, Peace, and Sustainable Development.”

This conversation will bring together voices from Malawi and beyond, spanning government, civil society, international organizations, and youth leadership, to explore how mindset change, mentorship, and capacity-building can drive real impact.

• Date: Thursday, 17th April 2025

• Time: 2:00 – 3:30 PM (Malawi time)

• Venue: Hybrid (Zoom & In-person)

Whether you’re a student, entrepreneur, or advocate, this space is for you. Featured guests include:

Opening Address Speaker

Ms. Chikondi Chasukwa

Principal Youth Officer, Ministry of Youth and Sports

Moderator

Superintendent Fratella Patrick Tembo

Desk Officer, Training Department, Malawi Police Service

Panelists 

Ms. Margareta Wahlström

President, Swedish Committee for Afghanistan | Former President, Swedish Red Cross | Former UN Special Representative for Disaster Risk Reduction 

Dr. Fulata Lusungu Moyo

Founder, Thimlela-STREAM | Gender and Ethics Specialist 

Mr. Taweni Kalua

Peace and Development Officer, UN Malawi 

Ms. Wangiwe Joanna Kambuzi

Managing Director, Emerge Livelihoods 

Mr. Amon Wilfred Nyirenda

Student, University of Malawi | Youth Peace Advocate

We’re excited to have you with us as we begin this important journey toward empowerment and sustainable progress in Malawi. Register now and get ready for a pivotal conversation.

We can’t wait to see you there!