Horn of Africa Youth Network (HoAYN) is a regional network of youth-serving organizations that is working to foster sustainable, equitable and youth-led development in the Horn of Africa Region. We are currently implementing a regional youth program aimed at expanding civic space in the Horn of Africa region through evidence-based advocacy. The network is comprised of representatives from 8 countries: Ethiopia, Kenya, Somalia, South Sudan, Sudan, Uganda, Eritrea and Djibouti. In this regard, the HoAYN undertakes lobbying and advocacy activities to its member organizations in areas of youth & migration, peace & security, economic empowerment, and elimination of violence against women & girls, in collaboration with line ministries responsible for IGAD affairs, organs of the African Union Commission and the East African Community Secretariat. Our Vision is to have an integrated community that guarantees socio-economic development and human rights for children and youth. Our Mission is to provide an inclusive platform for Civil Society Organizations to promote inclusive policies and democratic governance for the well-being of children and youth.