We are a global youth-led organisation
Amplifying Youth Voices
in Justice Processes
We advocate for youth participation in post conflict reconstruction and transitional justice processes.
Who We Are
A Global Youth-Led Organisation for Justice Advocacy
YORJA was founded on the conviction that young people must be active participants, not passive observers, in the reconstruction of post-conflict societies.
Through rigorous research, strategic advocacy, and direct community engagement, we document lived experiences, influence global policy, and build pathways to reparative justice across Africa.
- Youth-centred research that informs policy advocacy
- Advocacy for youth inclusion in justice processes
- Partnerships with communities, scholars, and institutions
Our Mandate
What We Do
Research
Documentation of Human Rights Abuses; Needs Assessment; Impact Evaluation; Mapping of Stakeholders; Knowledge and Perception Assessment; and Comparative Analysis.
Advocacy
Raising Awareness; Lobbying; Networking; Monitoring and Evaluation; Capacity Building.
Strategic Training
Capacity Building; Sustainability; Cultural Dynamism; Information Sharing; Scholarships.
Collaboration
Sharing Resources; Building Alliances; Amplifying Impact; Strengthening Accountability.
Youth Engagement
Leadership; Participation; Healing and Reconciliation; Innovation.
Accountability
Documentation; Monitoring; Participation; Healing and Reparations; Stakeholder Engagement.
4+
Years of Impact
27+
African Countries
5+
Active Programs
1000+
Youth Engaged
The misuse of power diminishes both the oppressor and the oppressed, the violator, and the victim. In case we forget, the hearings of the Truth and Reconciliation remind us every day. As a nation we finally chose to solve our problems without the use of violence, but rather through negotiation and discussion.
Nelson Mandela
National Men's March · Pretoria, 1997
Our Work in Action