Roberta Bojang

Roberta Bojang is a peacebuilding and gender equality activist, who’s engagements have taken her to work with a variety of global institutions, including several UN bodies, the Council of Europe and the European Union.  Her work specifically focuses on the inclusion of diaspora voices in policy dialogue, which has led her to co-found the youth organisation  “UNGAE” which works on exchange and skills  matchmaking between African and European youth.

Why did you want to be involved in the YAL project as YAB? 

I have spent most of my civil society engagement focused on African – European relations. I believe the YAB is an opportunity for me to channel my past experiences into supporting youth on both continents, which is something I feel very passionate about. The YAL project is a great initiative, that showcases a deep commitment to supporting young people on both continents in their mission to deepen relations and I really wanted to be part of this process.

How do you see the future of the AU-EU Labs?

Africa and Europe are both dynamic continents, with passionate young people. I hope to see the lab grow, both in regard to the projects implemented by the young people but also the commitment of all of the organising institutions. We need a continued engagement of meaningful youth initiatives to foster development, exchange and mutual understanding. The Lab can hopefully be a starting point for many new engagements.