Alphia Faith Kemokai
2025-2026 Obama Foundation Africa Leader
Program Manager, Naymote Partners for Democratic Development
Liberia
Alphia Faith Kemokai is the program manager of the Young Political Leadership School Africa, a flagship program of Naymote Partners for Democratic Development, which promotes democracy, peacebuilding, human rights, and civic engagement. Driven by a deep commitment to youth leadership, Alphia works to increase youth representation in critical areas of government, governance, and decision-making. Under her guidance, the Young Political Leadership School Africa has equipped over 1,000 young leaders across 11 African nations with the skills and knowledge to drive positive change. Her advocacy led to the establishment of the first-ever National Youth Advisory Council to the President of Liberia in 2024. As a passionate advocate for good governance, Alphia champions transparency, accountability, and inclusivity, especially around democracy initiatives committed to youth engagement across Africa.
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