AYP is an initiative by the youth for the youth and in it African Youth voices can be heard crying aloud for alleviation of poverty, an end to social and armed conflict, clear policies dealing with the HIV/AIDS pandemic and a call for responsible leadership and good governance”



The African Youth Parliament (AYP) is a continental network of young leaders, peace builders and social activists from 50 African countries working in promoting and advocating for youthful solutions to Africa’s developmental challenges. Launched at the historic AYP2003 convened in Nairobi, Kenya, AYP is an initiative of the African Action Partners to the International Youth Parliament in 2000 whose vision was peaceful, equitable and sustainable Africa.