As the United Nations prepares to mark its 80th anniversary in 2025, young voices around the world are stepping up to shape our shared future. One such voice is Vitumbiko Caroline Ng'oma from Malawi, who is joining CGTN's 'One Home: Shared Future' visual storytelling initiative to highlight the power of social equity.
For Vitumbiko, social equity means more than a slogan. It's about recognizing individual differences, addressing deep-rooted inequalities and building inclusive systems that leave no one behind. She argues that real fairness comes when institutions guarantee every rural girl an equal opportunity to lead—not by chance, but by design.
Breaking cultural and structural barriers, Vitumbiko says, transforms inclusion from a symbolic gesture into a force for real change. 'We need policies and practices that actively support girls in remote communities,' she explains, 'so they can claim leadership roles and inspire others to follow.'
Her call resonates with young global citizens who are digitally savvy, socially conscious and determined to make an impact. By turning aspirations into action, Vitumbiko and her peers are proving that leadership can—and should—be accessible to all, regardless of geography or background.
As the world reflects on eight decades of UN milestones, the message is clear: equity isn't automatic—it's built. And when every girl has a shot at leadership, our shared future becomes brighter.
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Malawian youth calls for 'every girl to have a shot at leadership'
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