I am passionate about community development and I am convinced that the country's development must start at a grassroots level, including the young people who make up a large part of the population. It is with this in mind that I joined Youth First. Development is the future and the future is about the young people who believe in their potential.
Fiona ANDRIANANJA is a young passionate about research. Since the College, she has realized that youth development is an important topic to focus on for developing country like Madagascar. That’s the reason why she joined Youth First organization. To educate and advocate with a youth-led group for young people. “I’m sure that even if Madagascar’s youth development index is higher, it can indicate development for the country. But, we have to give a lot of attention to young people which will cause the involvement of youth in development to increase.”
Versatility is my strong point: between my studies in political science, my professional career in communication, my passion for art and photography and my life between Madagascar and Europe, I always sought a place which suits me and looks like me. Today I do everything I love, always with one goal: to do something useful for me and for others. At YouthFirst, I have the deep feeling of being in my place and of contributing my stone to the building of a committed, strong, autonomous and united youth to take up Madagascar. My voice and commitment are commensurate with the challenges we face as a team and community.
Being at Youth First is more than just working. It’s a way fo r me to express my creativity. To make use of my studies and make a positive impact for young people like me through technology. It encourages me to grow out of my comfort zone. More than anything, it enables me to promote the importance of mental wellbeing in Madagascar and among youth.
I am a young activist, committed to the integrity of youth and youth financial self-sustainability. As a development economist, I am convinced that youth is a pillar of the present and guarantor the creation of
a better future for Madagascar that is why I join Youth first in its vision and its values.I will contribute to the financial inclusion and the empowerment of youth with a sustainable livelihood”