How Janice Nkajja Made It to the United Nations at 18 | African Youth Power & Global Policy

At just 18, Janice Nkajja has already spoken at global stages, attended sessions at the United Nations in Geneva, appeared on Fox News, launched a youth-centered civic education platform, and started her own podcast, Janice on the Mic. In this powerful episode of The Ugandan Boy Talk Show, Janice opens up about: – Her rise from high school to international policy spaces – Speaking on corruption, governance, and African leadership – Experiencing the UN Expert Mechanism on Indigenous Peoples – Why civic education is her life’s mission – How digital platforms amplify African youth voices – Building Civic Coded – Volunteering, community service, and grounding herself – The behind-the-scenes of going viral for her commentary on global aid cuts – The vision behind her podcast, Janice on the Mic 00:00 - Host Introduces Janice, Discusses Social Media Etiquette 08:21- Navigating Language, Host's Purpose, Fun Rapid Fire 21:34 - Janice's Early Activism and ALA Experience 33:17 - Discovering Purpose and Shifting Global Perspectives 45:50 - Advocating Against Corruption and Launching Civic Coded 55:17 - Facing Threats and Learning from Viral Experiences 01:06:46 - Empowering Youth Voices and the Power of Service 01:20:03 - Janice's Podcast Journey and Final Thoughts This is one of the most inspiring youth leadership stories you’ll hear — a reminder that young Africans belong in every room where decisions are being made. 🎧 Listen to Janice on the Mic: Spotify + YouTube WATCH MORE inspiring conversations every week on The Ugandan Boy Talk Show. Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE. #JaniceNkajja #UgandanBoyTalkShow #AfricanYouthVoices #AfricanLeadership #CivicEducation #UgandanPodcast #YouthActivism #AfricanGovernance #GenZLeaders #UnitedNationsGeneva #AfricanWomenInLeadership #UgandaInfluencers #PolicyTalks #AfricaRising #JaniceOnTheMic #BonnyKibuuka #YouthEmpowermentAfrica