In many parts of Nepal, including Madhesh Province in the southern plains, ideas of masculinity are deeply shaped by tradition, family expectations, and social norms. Men are often expected to be strong providers, emotionally reserved, and authoritative within the household. While these expectations are culturally rooted, they can also create pressure on young men. Many …
Young people across Uganda are stepping up as leaders, researchers, and changemakers. In this edition of the Restless Development Uganda newsletter (January–February 2026), we highlight how youth are influencing governance in Karamoja, leading community research, and gaining practical experience through GCAP internships to create lasting impact in their communities.
As a youth advocate for sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) in Malawi, I have walked the dusty roads of Zomba, Machinga, Mangochi, and Mchinji. In these communities, I have listened to girls pushed out of school by early pregnancy, boys with little knowledge of contraception, and health workers overwhelmed by demand and limited …
As a passionate advocate and a mentor to young women and girls, Angelina Alexandre Nuvunga is a leading voice in the Feminist 30 under 30 campaign. Angelina’s work exemplifies the power of young women to shape their futures.
Nour Nahhas’ Interview Nour Nahhas is a 26-year-old Community of Action Facilitator for the We Lead Program in Lebanon. We caught up with Nour to talk about We Lead and her work in Lebanon. Virtual leadership lab -LATAM During this Virtual Leadership Lab, we reflected on the meaning of intergenerational leadership in the Latin American …
As a passionate advocate and a mentor to young women and girls, Angelina Alexandre Nuvunga is a leading voice in the Feminist 30 under 30 campaign. Angelina’s work exemplifies the power of young women to shape their futures.
Young people in Zambia turn out in large numbers on polling day At the center of Zambia’s general election, young people turned out as the highest rate than ever before, playing a key role in the elections. The turnout was the highest since Zambia’s multiparty elections and young people constituted more than half the electorate. …
Youth Accountability Advocate Shagun Sharma shares her experience working with young people tackling Gender Based Violence in a remote community in India. I was selected as a Youth Accountability Advocate for the Youth-Led Accountability Programme by Restless Development India in August 2019. Aiming to take young voices to local, regional and global community members in …