“The need for youth inclusion should no longer be a topic. The topic should be how to institutionalize and fast-track inclusion while making sure that young people are not only seen at the table, but are heard, trusted and valued.” H.E Madame Monica Geingos
“The crisis of generational transition afflicts churches, the arts, business, sports and every sphere of life where there is leadership. The younger generation will always differ with the generation that precedes it. Resisting the inevitable friction and need for transition is not an option for as long as we are mortals. The only logical way […]
“An important part of fostering intergenerational learning is mentorship. Find yourself a political ally. A mentor who can explain the unwritten rules. Who can do translations for you when you say something that sounds different to what you meant and someone who can intercede for you when a public pronouncement that you make rubs people […]
“Watch how your political allies fight their enemies. Be careful of your allies who use dirty tactics and DE campaign others as one day when they disagree with you, they will use those same dirty tactics against you.” H.E Madame Monica Geingos
“Patriarchy doesn’t sleep. Politics are a mirror of our societies. If our societies are patriarchal, so are our politics. Women are judged harshly, given a narrower margin of error and are often not included when late night political deals and strategies are being cut. Another element is how consensual sexual relationship are more likely to […]
“Don’t adopt the tactics of those who fight you as there will be no difference between you and them.” H.E Madame Monica Geingos
“I believe, within my context, that to see real reform, you need to get into the belly of the beast. I struggle to convince capable, qualified young people to work in the public sector as they feel there is no upward mobility, there is too much backstabbing, remuneration is low, and they aren’t taken seriously. […]
“Pick your battles carefully. You will always find yourself in disagreement with your political principals. There will always be things that can be done better in the public sector. Learning what to keep quiet about and what to fight is a skill. Conflict is part of the game and a skill you want to learn […]
“Decide how you want to participate. Do you start your own political party? Do you stand as an independent? Do you find an existing political vehicle that you identify with? do you go against the mainstream? Take a route and stick to it.” H.E Madame Monica Geingos
“Create your own space. Politicians are drawn to those who can articulate themselves properly. This doesn’t mean that they will like it, they will respect it however. Create your own space, write papers, be engaged, be strategic. Be smart. They can’t and don’t know all the young people who are capable and competent. The only […]