Share Your Vision

Africa's Future

This August, President Obama is hosting more than 40 African heads of state in Washington, DC. For two days, U.S. and African leaders will come together to discuss ways to boost economic growth, strengthen democratic institutions and enhance peace and security across the continent. They will discuss ways to invest in Africa’s future – you.

Share your vision for Africa by completing the following survey. Your responses will enable us to connect the vision of young African leaders with the discussions African leaders will have with President Obama.

There are twelve questions. If you would like to think about your answers, you can return to the survey with the Save and Continue Later button after each question. You can also write your comments in your word processor and then copy and paste them into the answer boxes.

Thank you very much for your time and support. Please start with the survey now by clicking on the Continue button below.

What do African youth need to build a prosperous future for the continent?

How can government, private business and young people help create an environment that promotes youth employment?

How does educating one person lift up a family? A community? A country?

What steps are needed to increase access to education in your community?

What responsibilities do young people have to help create and maintain a peaceful and secure country?

What human rights are important to you?

How does guaranteeing human rights make a country stronger?

How can the public and private sectors influence the advancement of human rights?

How does the environment impact your everyday life and the advancement of your country?

How can youth partner with government leaders to improve government services and better the community/country?

What does it mean when a government provides transparent leadership? And why is it important?

In what ways can government encourage youth participation in supporting the community?