VOICES WITHOUT BORDERS
Online Youth Dialogue on women’s empowerment in Europe and Africa
In October 2025, young people from Angola, Belgium, and across Africa and Europe came together for a dynamic gathering to explore women’s rights and co-create cross-continental youth-led empowerment initiatives. The event also celebrated the dual book exhibition and launch of Voices Without Borders, highlighting stories of resilience and courage from women in Angola and Belgium.
Part of the Africa–Europe Foundation’s #RoadtoLuanda25 initiative, the gathering fostered Africa–Europe cooperation, amplified youth voices, and showcased how young leaders can drive change ahead of the 2025 AU–EU Summit in Luanda.
Dialogue Contributors
Eliane de Sousa
Executive Director and Femme Incroyable Founder
Carmen Mateia
Youth Advocate
LinkedIn’s Most Influential Professional in Angola
Janice Raposo
Moderator
Communications Specialist
Founder of Pela Igualdade Youth Ambassador
Peace Otabor
Peace Advocate
Law Student
Svetlina Sangali
Political Science and International Relations Specialist
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Special thanks to our team who made this event possible:
Janice Raposo, Giovanna Montano, Willian Carareto, Peace Otabor, Nádia da Silva, and Ivana Dežić.