Education is the Key – Youth Empowerment Clubs in Malawi is an inspiring short documentary sharing the powerful stories of young leaders creating real change through education and education. The film was produced by the Marist Brothers and FMSI (Marist Foundation for International Solidarity)*.
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Part of the project “Equity of Access to Quality Education for Girls in Malawi”, supported by CEI and Misean Cara, this short film was launched on 4th April 2025 and highlights how over 1,500 young people are driving change through leadership, rights advocacy, and action against child marriage and gender-based violence.
Youth Empowerment Clubs – A supportive space for leaders to grow
Cultural beliefs and economic struggles continue to limit youth education in Malawi. Many families prioritise farm work or early marriage, preventing young people from completing their studies.
Youth Empowerment Clubs provide a supportive space where children can confidently express their ideas, champion their rights, and take on leadership roles in their schools and communities.
In January 2025, girls and boys from the Youth Empowerment Clubs participated in the Universal Periodic Review (UPR), that works to influence policies that promote education for all.
Providing knowledge and opportunities empowers young people to build a better future.
Learn more about the Marist Youth Empowerment Clubs online here.
*Established by the Congregation of the Marist Brother in 2007, FMSI works to further the rights of children and adolescents around the world to ensure they access better living conditions and educational opportunities. For more information on FMSI, click here: https://fmsi.ngo/en/
Misean Cara is proud to have supported the creation of this documentary.
