In Conversation with Dirk Shaka

Send us Fan MailDirk is a social organiser and activist affiliated with LUCHA DRC. He also fulfils the role of a Researcher in public health and works as a Designer at Reimagining Peacebuilding. In addition, he manages the HUSIKA Centres.In conversation with Prof. Moyo, Dirk discusses the work of LUCHA and other social movements in DRC. Talking points include...- The obstacles that social movements like Lucha encounter, including government repression and the threat of violence from both the state and armed groups.- The generational gap in activism, with disillusionment among young people leading to decreased participation in social movements.- The efforts of youth in the Congo mobilise for civic engagement and accountability.- The need for fair elections and empowered social movements in the DRC.===This series of conversations was recorded on the margins of the 3rd African Social Movements Baraza, which is the continent's largest convening of social movements. Hosted by TrustAfrica in Accra, this edition of the Baraza served as a platform for conversation, networking, solidarity building, collaboration, and knowledge sharing. In this series, you will hear from social movement actors, whose reflections and experiences profile the importance of social movements in shaping African society.Visit the podcast webpage: https://bit.ly/484AEr3#podcast #philanthropy