The promise of our generation ‘To demand and deliver the Kenya we want’
A proposal for a National Vision from Kenya’s young people
A proposal for a national vision From young people Tool for dialogue and consensus A commitment to creating the future we want The Kenya we want! What is this?
Developed in 2002 Follow-up to the Kenya scenarios 50+ young people Workshops and working groups Draft to be finalized and launched in March 2003 following consultations Developing the Vision
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Creates a shared picture of the desired future for Kenya Communicates the aspirations of Kenya's young people Stimulates and guides change towards that goal Provides a benchmark for evaluating our efforts The National Vision…
Limits of political and economic models we have pursued Political and social crises Poverty, intolerance & exclusion Vision responds to present reality
The creation of a united Kenya Ensure respect for the constitution Build a mature & tolerant democracy A caring and secure nation Build a dignified, patriotic & ethical society Challenges for our generation
Build a prosperous, competitive and just economy Create an educated and healthy populace Manage our resources sustainably Ensure a positive presence in the community of nations Challenges for our generation
A nation of diverse cultures but common goals Unity of the country promoted by constitution, leaders and citizens Shared national values A united nation with common purpose and destiny
Freedom, pluralism and tolerance Assured access to justice Secular state with religious freedom Promotion of arts and cultural diversity A mature, free and tolerant society
A proud and confident people Family recognized and protected as basis of society A patriotic people A hardworking people Proud to be a Mkenya! A dignified and confident people
Legitimacy of the state is derived from the people A competent, all inclusive government Devolved power and participation Power to the people ! Freedom to participate A just, democratic and accountable nation
Respect for human rights and equality of opportunity for all Both the state and citizens honor their duties and obligations Youth recognized and empowered to play full role I pay my taxes, government delivers services A just, democratic and accountable nation (cont…)
An ethical society and leadership with integrity Together with our leaders, we subscribe to the highest ethical standards
Human life protected At peace Professional security services Access to food, water and shelter Social security system for all A safe, secure and caring nation
Reduced inequalities All regions participate fully in economic development An economically just society
Government an effective facilitator of investment A healthy and educated populace A productive, prosperous and innovative people A robust, dynamic, vibrant, diversified, competitive and open economy
Promotion of innovation A productive, prosperous and innovative people High quality, extensive infrastructure Comprehensive information network
Recyclin g Environmental management Wildlife conservation Pursuing sustainable development with the future in mind
Pursuit of clear national interests Responsible African member of the global community of nations Promotion of regional cooperation Regional, continental, global influence
United nation Free and tolerant society Dignified confident people Democrati c nation Ethical society Secure and caring nation Economic justice Productive, prosperous, innovative people Sustainable development Key African member of global community Kenya in 2027
Kenya 2027 Our promise for the generation born today We pledge ourselves to the transformation of our nation We offer leadership and direction in the realization of this vision We will hold public leaders accountable to this vision We dedicate our energies to the creation of a new society
Will you join in the pledge? Transforming our nation