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Calls for Dismissal of National Youth Council Leadership Intensify Amid Organizational Turmoil

today20 March, 2024

Background

Members of the Representative Council of the National Youth Council are demanding the removal of the entire NYC board and executive chairperson, accusing them of failing to serve the youth and fulfill their mandate. Tensions escalated following the cancellation of an RC meeting due to internal conflicts among attendees and organizational leaders. As a result, the NYC’s executive director, Calista Schwartz-//Gowases, has been suspended amidst growing dissatisfaction within the council.

Written by: Leonard Witbeen