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YALI Act of 2021
3/8/2023, 7:58 PM
Summary of Bill HR 965
The YALI Act of 2021 aims to strengthen and expand the Young African Leaders Initiative by authorizing funding for programs that support leadership development, entrepreneurship, and civic engagement among young African leaders. The bill also seeks to enhance partnerships between the United States and African countries to promote economic growth, democracy, and peace on the African continent.
Specific provisions of the YALI Act include increasing the number of participants in YALI programs, providing scholarships for young African leaders to study in the United States, and establishing a YALI Regional Leadership Center in Africa. The bill also emphasizes the importance of promoting gender equality and inclusivity in all YALI programs. Overall, the YALI Act of 2021 aims to strengthen US-Africa relations and support the next generation of African leaders in their efforts to promote positive change and development in their communities.
Congressional Summary of HR 965
Young African Leaders Initiative Act of 2021 or the YALI Act of 2021
This bill provides statutory authority for the Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI), which seeks to build the capacity of young African leaders in sub-Saharan Africa in the areas of business, civic engagement, or public administration.
The YALI program must support the participation of fellows from Africa in the Mandela Washington Fellowships for Young African Leaders and offer training through regional leadership centers in sub-Saharan Africa to individuals who have demonstrated strong capabilities in entrepreneurship, innovation, public service and leadership, and peace building and conflict resolution.
The Department of State must oversee all U.S.-based activities carried out under the program, and the United States should continue to support program initiatives in sub-Saharan Africa. The State Department must also submit a plan for implementing the program and annual reports on program progress and recommendations for improvements or changes to the program.
