In an inspiring affirmation of intellectual rigour and visionary leadership, the international community has turned its gaze towards a brilliant Nigerian mind. Miss Praise Agomuonso, a twenty-four-year-old PhD Law student based in the United Kingdom, has been selected as a Navigator for the prestigious International Forum “We, The Youth”. This distinguished appointment places her at the very forefront of a new generation of global change-makers.
Hailing from Abia State, Nigeria, Miss Agomuonso’s achievement is rendered even more significant by the sheer scale of the selection process. She emerged as one of only forty-eight Navigators from a formidable pool of over twenty-seven thousand applicants spanning the globe. In this coveted role, she stands as the sole Nigerian finalist representing both the European region and the powerful, collective voice of African youth on this world stage.
This appointment is a natural progression in Miss Agomuonso’s exemplary trajectory in international youth advocacy. Her previous engagements as a Catalyst in Switzerland and an Explorer in South Korea have equipped her with a nuanced, cross-continental perspective that she now brings to her highest-ranking role yet.
The International Forum “We, The Youth” is a seminal initiative, organised in collaboration with the United Nations Research Institute for Social Development and South Korea’s Munhwa Broadcasting Corporation. It convenes the world’s most promising young leaders to co-design innovative policy solutions across six critical thematic areas that will define our shared future.
In her capacity as a Navigator, Miss Agomuonso will be instrumental in shaping global policy discourse. She will join her fellow Navigators in championing the aspirations of young people worldwide, ensuring their voices are heard at the most influential international platforms, including the World Economic Forum, the Commission on the Status of Women, the Conference of the Parties climate summits, and the United Nations General Assembly.
Reflecting on the philosophy that underpins her work, Miss Agomuonso shares a perspective that is both timely and profound. “Youth are not just the leaders of tomorrow; we are the catalysts of today,” she remarked. “Real leadership begins with curiosity, empathy, and action.”
Her selection is more than a personal triumph; it is a testament to a steadfast commitment to youth empowerment, sustainable development, and purposeful leadership. It is a moment of immense pride for Nigeria, as its daughters continue to ascend to the highest echelons of global influence, illuminating the path for others to follow.
Congratulations, Praise Agomuonso. Your voice is shaping the future, your light is inspiring a generation, and your impact knows no borders.
