Kectil World Youth Network
The Kectil World Youth Network podcast is an inspiring platform that brings together passionate young leaders from different parts of the world who are determined to drive positive change in their communities. Hosted by Kectil program alumni, this podcast showcases the journeys of fellow colleagues who share their experiences, challenges, and triumphs in their quest to make a difference in their respective countries. Through conversations with experts, professionals, and mentors, listeners gain valuable insights on developing the necessary skills and mindset to become effective change-makers. With a focus on empowering and mobilizing youth, the Kectil World Youth Network podcast is a must-listen for anyone looking to make an impact in their communities and beyond.
Episodes
50 episodes
Hope Under Fire: Youth Navigating Conflict in Northwest Cameroon
In this episode of the Kectil Podcast, we recorded a meaningful conversation with two inspiring youth leaders from the Northwest Region of Cameroon who are actively working within communities affected by the ongoing Anglophone Crisis. Through t...
Next-Gen Accessibility Tech: The KOREM Story from Kazakhstan
Daliya and Darina are one of the youngest KECTIL colleagues of 2026Daliya Kossanova | Co-Founder & CEODaliya serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the KOREM project. As a high school student with a deep-seated passion ...
My Personal Path to Leadership | Sherry M. Knowles
Sherry M. Knowles, Founder and Executive Director of the Kectil Program. In this special session, Sherry will share her personal journey to leadership, reflecting on the challenges, lessons, and principles that have shaped her path.As K...
Kectil Community Project Winners : Youth Solutions That Heal, Feed, and Empower Communities
In this special group episode of the Kectil World Youth Network Podcast, host Nabila Abbas brings together the top three Kectil Community Project winners—Favour (Nigeria), Fatima (Afghanistan), and Collin (Ugand...
"Start Small, Start Messy, But Start Nevertheless" - Ukrainian Entrepreneur Speaks
Host: Ashwathy VenugopalAbout speakerFull name: Veronika KonykCountry: UkraineShort bio: Veronika Konyk is a young innovator, leader, and founder of the HealthyHeart AI. She is a Paris Collabo...
Youth Voices from Armenia: Marie’s Journey of Impact at 16
In this episode of the Kectil Youth Network Podcast, host Nabila Abbas sits down with Marie, a 16-year-old high school student from Vanadzor, Armenia, who is already making waves through her community projects and youth adv...
Teen Tide: Colombo's Teen Founder On Why Creative Arts is the New Ocean Advocacy
Name of the speaker: Cojitha SenanayakeHost: Ashwathy Venugopal
Gunshots at Generation Z: Inside Kenya’s Youth Uprising
In this gripping episode, we spotlight the ongoing youth-led protests in Kenya, where peaceful demonstrations have been met with brutal force and gunshots—leaving dozens of young people dead and hundreds wounded. Our guest, a youth activist and...
Justice in Action: A Youth Vision from Egypt to the MENA Region
In this episode, we speak with Khaled Emam, a human rights lawyer from Egypt and the founder of Justice Call. With deep experience in global governance, peacebuilding, and youth empowerment, Khaled shares his journey from local advocac...
Voices from the Islands: Youth, Culture & Resilience in Papua New Guinea
Speaker: Reminah VincentHost: Ashwathy Venugopal
Youth in the Crossfire: Arthur's Voice from Ukraine
Speaker : Artur KoldomasovIn this episode, we sit down with Artur Koldomasov, a Ukrainian political and media analyst, activist, and recipient of the Young Diplomat Award 2023. A graduate of Journalism and Social Co...
Peru Unfiltered: A Youth Perspective on Crisis, Culture, and Change
Male Promise Keepers: Why Men Must Lead the Change against Gender-Based Harm
This episode introduces the Male Promise Keeper series with a conversation that defines harmful practices: early marriage, teenage pregnancy, FGM, gender violence, discontinuity from education and femicide. The conversation emphasizes why male ...
Armenia at a Crossroads: Peace, Borders, and the Future
In this latest episode of the Kectil Youth Network Podcast, we take you to the heart of the Caucasus with an eye-opening conversation on Armenia’s Crossroads of Peace 🌍✨ Join our host, Nabila Abbas, and young Armenian speaker Edvard as they exp...
Redefining Gender Equality: Voices Against FGM in Kenya
We’re excited to release our latest episode of the Kectil Youth Network Podcast! This time, we explore the crucial topic of gender equality and the fight against Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) in Kenya. Our guest, a passionate young activist, ...
Israel's Bombardment: Lebanon Under Attack, Humanitarian Crisis, and the Role of Hezbollah and Hamas
In Part 2 of our podcast series on Lebanon, titled Israel's Bombardment: Lebanon Under Attack, Legal Perspectives on Conflict, Humanitarian Crisis, and the Role of Hezbollah and Hamaswe delve deeper into the current humanitarian crisis w...
Lebanon under attack : Israel's bombardment & escalations causing Major conflict
Host name : Nabila Abbas Speaker name : Sinette abi zeidfrom from Lebanon. About the speaker : Sinette is a 17- year- old senior high school student who plans to pursue a higher education in economics, which is driven by he...
Ukraine’s Conundrum: Artur Koldomasov Discusses War, Peace, and Global Power
Today, we’re honored to have Artur Koldomasov as our guest to discuss one of the most pressing global issues—the ongoing war in Ukraine. Artur is a Research Associate at the Global Governance Institute, where he focuses on diplomacy, conflict r...
Raw Realities of life in Iraq for a Youth: The Young Generation Speaks
Voice of Armenian Youth: Navigating Challenges and Pursuing Dreams
Speaker: Madlen DokhoyanHost: Ashwathy VenugopalTitle: Voice of Armenian Youth: Navigating Challenges and Pursuing Dreams
Episode 5 - Shocking Truths About the 'Nigerian Kidnapping Industry'
Episode 5 - Shocking Truths About the 'Nigerian Kidnapping Industry' - Youth Perspectives From South & North NigeriaSpeaker: Malik Mujeli, Oludipe Taiwo OyindamolaHost: Ashwathy Venugopal
Episode 4 - Haiti in Crisis: Navigating Gang Violence and Political Turmoil
Haiti in Crisis: Navigating Gang Violence and Political TurmoilSpeakers full name : Speaker 1:Roody JOSEPH , Speaker 2: Blayter JOSEPHHost full name : Nabila Abbas
