Charles Bokosi
Vision for Development Youth Organization (VDYO)
Thyolo, Malawi
Charles is the Executive Director of the Vision for Development Youth. Started in 2011, VYDO provides programs and vocational training to help advance job development in Thyolo. YDYO has a number of SRH programs that offer free contraception and family planning services to Youth. Charles also serves as the District Chair of the Thyolo Youth Network and is an active advocate who works to address issues that relate to child marriage— issues such as gender-based violence, teen pregnancy, and poverty due to lack of opportunities in economic development.
Rise Up Cohort: ENGAGE – 2018