Thiès, Senegal –

Seydou KA is a young Senegalese leader from Mbour, a member of the Mbour Youth Advisory Group, a mentor, and a community mobilizer dedicated to expanding opportunities for young people. Having witnessed the systemic barriers facing youth in his community, he works to create safe spaces for leadership, dialogue, and youth-led action. He has facilitated personal development workshops, supported youth initiatives, and encouraged institutions to move beyond consultation toward genuine partnership with young people.
Seydou is especially passionate about community-based solutions that integrate entrepreneurship, civic engagement, and environmental responsibility. As a GOYN Authentic Youth Partnership Ambassador, he seeks to amplify youth voices globally and contribute to systems where every young person has the dignity, support, and opportunities to thrive.