YOWLI Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

           What is YOWLI?

YOWLI stands for the Young Women’s Knowledge and Leadership Institute. The YOWLI is a training and networking event held for two weeks to a month every two years. It contributes in nurturing democratic citizenship and dialogue between Africa and its Diaspora. It brings together young people age 18 to 25 with vast reserves of energy and potentials to critically question the state of things and seek sustainable development answers.

        What are some of the reasons to participate in YOWLI?

-Your knowledge of economic development processes will be enhanced -You will get to network with fellow YOWLI participants and be part of a growing network of over 1,000 African youth committed to women’s economic and social justice. -You will gain support and training in monitoring the realization of your economic and social rights.

          Where and when will YOWLI 2010 take place?

YOWLI 2010 will take place at Cours Sainte Marie de Hann, Senegal from Dec. 19 to Jan. 2 with a culminating international conference on Dec. 29. Cours Sainte Marie de Hann is a school for ages ranging from Kindergarten to high school in Dakar, Senegal. It was founded in 1949-1950 and belongs to a group of private schools in the Dakar Diocese of the Catholic Church. The YOWLI 2010 trainers and facilitators are a team of diverse and seasoned women’s rights activists, economists, and researchers. They include: -       Yassine Fall (Senegal) -       Hameda Deedat (South Africa) -       Sylvia Tereka (Uganda) -       Ifeona Fulani (US) -       Arame Tall (Senegal) -       Paula Matanbe (US) -       Mashadi Matanbe (US) -       Niousha Roshani  To find out more about the YOWLI 2010 trainers, please check the facilitators post. How do I cover the costs associated with attending and participating in YOWLI 2010?       Accepted candidates are encouraged to undertake some fundraising prior to the start of YOWLI 2010 by approaching local and national NGOs, UN agencies, and so on. Those participants who cannot cover their costs will be supported by AWOMI. Where can I apply for or check the status of my application for YOWLI 2010?       The YOWLI 2010 application cycle is currently closed. Final candidates who are selected to participate in YOWLI 2010 will be notified via email by the end of October 2010 and the final list will also be made available on the AWOMI blog. How can I get additional information on YOWLI and AWOMI?       For more information, kindly contact the AWOMI team at awomi[at]awomi[dot]org.