Open Letter to new Members of Parliament

On the 4th of July 2024, the UK held a General Election. As we welcome new MPs to the Houses of Parliament, we are urging them to put young people’s priorities on the political agenda. Let’s #WelcomeTheFuture together! Dear Members of Parliament,  We are Restless Development, a global non profit that supports the collective power …

CO-CREATE – Climate Action Partnership for Education (CAPE)

CO-CREATE – Climate Action Partnership for Education (CAPE), an innovative initiative aimed at transforming education and advancing climate action in Tanzania. CO-CREATE, which stands for Collaborative Opportunities for Climate Resilience, Empowerment, and Transformation through Education, is a pioneering consortium supported by USAID and FCDO. At its core, CO-CREATE seeks to develop and implement a scalable …

AU-EU Youth Voices Lab

AU-EU Youth Voices Lab – Power of the Collective aims to support young people aged 15 to 35, especially those in hard-to-reach areas, alongside civil society groups and decision-makers from the African Union (AU), European Union (EU), governments, and the private sector. Together, we aim to foster equal partnerships and create conditions that address the …

Vijana Tunaweza: First Time Young Mothers Programme

Vijana Tunaweza is an initiative dedicated to supporting young mothers facing unique challenges in Tanzania. Young motherhood often brings stigma and hardships, affecting self-esteem and leading to risky livelihood choices. Our program aims to reduce vulnerability to HIV/AIDS, unplanned pregnancies, and gender-based violence through comprehensive support. Key components of Vijana Tunaweza include: Through these interventions, …

Restless Development Alumni Engagement

Championing Youth Leadership In Tanzania At Restless Development Tanzania, we recognize the immense potential and value of our alumni network. These are individuals who have not only participated in our programs but have also committed themselves to driving impactful change within their communities. Connecting for Impact Our alumni network includes former volunteers and staff who …

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Youth Take the Lead Programme

Inspiring Young Leaders Across Tanzania Youth Take the Lead (YTL) Programme was established in 2019 with a goal to cultivate youth leadership through volunteer exchanges across Restless Development Hubs. Despite challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, the programme has thrived, focusing on enhancing youth leadership, advocacy, and promoting global agendas. Program Overview Sharpening Youth leadership …

Young Gamechangers Fund

A world where young people are at the forefront of change sounds like a good world to live in. Are you ready to build that world with us? We’re on the lookout for young gamechangers!  YGF awards grants of up to £20k directly to young people aged 10-25 and you’ll get access to peer networks …

 Moving Commitments to Action

Gender Data as a Cornerstone of Feminist Foreign Policy Since Sweden announced the world’s first feminist foreign policy (FFP) in 2014, the momentum has grown, with fifteen countries committing to FFPs by June 2024. Despite this, gender data remains overlooked in many FFP discussions and policies, hindering governments’ abilities to measure progress, ensure accountability, and …

A young person using the TagMe app to map solid waste. (illustration)

Young Nepali Take Charge through TagMe Campaign

NYCAGG Project Empowers Youth in Climate Action Nepali Yuwa in Climate Action and Green Growth (NYCAGG), the YouthCAN.org project is funded by the European Union to promote the involvement of young Nepali people in green growth, environmental protection, and combating climate change. NYCAGG started its implementation in Madhesh Province in 2022, Karnali Province in 2023 …

Walking The Talk

Walking the Talk aims to boost the adoption of Feminist Foreign Policies (FFP) and gender equality in the United Kingdom, Germany, France, the Netherlands and the European Union. The programme advocates for an increase in Official Development Assistance (ODA) dedicated to gender equality and women’s rights.  Working hand in hand with young people, we will …