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Y Yangaza1; 1 One Health Society, Tanzania Discussion
This presentation will focus on the strategies and success stories of empowering youth to combat neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) from One Health Society (youth led NGOs) from Tanzania. Neglected tropical diseases affect over one billion people worldwide, with youth being particularly vulnerable and impoverished communities. This presentation will highlight the importance of engaging youth in NTD control and elimination efforts through education, awareness campaigns, and community-based initiatives. Success stories from ONE HEALTH SOCIETY (youth lead NGOs) of Tanzania will be shared, showcasing the impact of youth-led interventions in reducing the burden of NTDs. The presentation will also explore challenges faced by youth in this field and provide recommendations for effective youth engagement. Overall, this presentation aims to inspire and motivate stakeholders to invest in youth-led initiatives for NTD control and elimination. 
