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Developing Lens: United Nations (U.N.) and Canon Europe Amplify Youth Delegates from Least Developed Countries

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In certain areas of the province of Maniema, it is hard to access clean water. Some households dig deep holes to reach clean groundwater. While this requires a lot of effort, it reduces the time required to acquire water and the risks they may encounter on the road. Image source: Michel Lunanga, Youth Representative from the Democratic Republic of Congo, and mentor and teacher for the Canon Young People Programme (Source: Canon Central and North Africa (CCNA) | 1 year ago)

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Sarah, in the territory of Masisi in the DRC, raises sheep that produce wool for fabrics. If we take good care of nature and animals, we can reap benefits that can help our survival. Image source: Michel Lunanga, Youth Representative from the Democratic Republic of Congo, and mentor and teacher for the Canon Young People Programme (Source: Canon Central and North Africa (CCNA) | 1 year ago)

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The tchukudu is a two-wheeled handcrafted scooter popular in Goma and the surrounding areas of the eastern region of the DRC. For over 20 years, young people have used tchukudus to transport cargo, proudly earning a living, supporting their households, and adding value to local commerce, the economic growth of the city and the country. Image source: Michel Lunanga, Youth Representative from the Democratic Republic of Congo, and mentor and teacher for the Canon Young People Programme (Source: Canon Central and North Africa (CCNA) | 1 year ago)

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