Union of Youth of the UDS (UJUDS, Democratic Republic of the Congo)
Dear Comrades,
At this 4th International Anti-Imperialist Youth Conference, I am speaking on behalf of the Union of Youth of the UDS (UJUDS), which had hoped to address our esteemed assembly in person. Unfortunately, circumstances compel us to deliver our message via video. Nevertheless, on behalf of the UDS youth, I extend my warmest greetings.
Congolese youth face the same challenges as all young people in formerly colonized countries, are going through difficult times, and are committed to the struggle for their own emancipation and that of the African continent. Within the framework of the anti-imperialist struggle, UJUDS aims for full sovereignty, the restoration of our tarnished dignity, and the strengthening of the self-determination of African peoples.
Indeed, as a vanguard force, youth must drive major social transformations by fighting injustice and exploitation, denouncing foreign domination, developing a patriotic consciousness, defending national interests, protecting the country’s resources, combating corruption and subservience, and emphasizing political education.
To this end, youth must understand that liberation is not achieved through empty rhetoric and slogans but thrives on action, collective responsibility, and unity. It is worth remembering that a nation with a conscious youth already possesses a powerful weapon for its emancipation. For such a youth is prepared to play a significant role in societal change.
Within the framework of this conference, the UDS Youth Union insists that our resolutions emphasize the multifaceted training of anti-imperialist youth in all their diversity. I am referring here to university students, working-class youth, school-aged youth, and unemployed youth.
In this era of disinformation and the manipulation of public opinion by imperialism, young people must be adequately trained to effectively combat disinformation and lies. To this end, progressive youth must master all the tools of modern communication and know how to use them.
On behalf of the UDS Youth Union, UJUDS, I remain convinced that our conference will resolve its application for membership in the World Anti-Imperialist Youth Platform.
Down with imperialism!
Long live socialism!
Victory is ours!
Thank you.