« No To Terror » Caravan: Empowering Youths to Transform their Vulnerabilities Positively.
The « No To Terror » crew had an exchange on the second day of the forum with the participants on the theme « My Vulnerability, My Strength ». This activity that was done in collaboration with the World Dynamics of Young People (WDYP), the Zenu Network, and the Regional Delegation of Youths and Civic Education of Buea, was aimed at helping youths identify their vulnerability to terrorism, other violent acts and guiding them into transforming these vulnerabilities into potential strengths.
This exchange was based on a short cartoon presentation which entailed the projection of the story of three friends who aim at achieving particular dreams. In the course of their growth, they are faced with particular challenges that result from their exposure to terrorism and other social ills that incite violence. Their exposure to such challenges pushes them to doubt the possibility and their ability of achieving their dreams…
Thanks to this short presentation, the participants were able to identify their vulnerabilities as was the case of this muslim youth from Buea who denounced and decried being stigmatized by her classmates and teachers who often called her “Boko Haram”. This greatly affected her education as she was forced to change school a couple of times. As a result of this exchange this youth and many others understood the importance of being tolerant, patient, resilient and focused on their abilities and their role in the fight against terrorism, and consequently ensuring that peace reigns in Cameroon.
