Renowned for her Guinness World Record achievements and her dedication to empowering young people, Hilda Baci captivated the hearts of young Nigerians at the 3rd Nigerian Conference on Adolescent and Youth Health Development.
Hosted on August 17 in Lagos, the event was masterminded by The Society for Adolescent and Young Person Health in Nigeria (SAYPHIN). The conference converged experts, advocates, and visionary leaders to deliberate over crucial matters in adolescent and youth health.
Under the theme “Achieving 2030 Targets: Fostering Innovation for Adolescent and Youth Health,” the conference delved into topics including sexual and reproductive health rights among adolescents, as well as various facets of development.
Esteemed experts put forth ingenious interventions and solutions aimed at tackling the challenges faced by young people in terms of health and well-being.
As a keynote speaker, Hilda Baci shared invaluable insights and strategies for promoting the holistic well-being and empowerment of young individuals. Her words underscored the pivotal role that good health plays in paving the way for a successful life.
“The voyage towards achievement commences with robust health and sustained well-being. This factor significantly contributes to self-assurance, enabling a deeper understanding of one’s essence,” emphasized Hilda Baci. She continued, “In celebrating youth worldwide, I urge every young person to embrace the responsibility of their health and unite in advocating for good health on personal and collective levels, ultimately enhancing various life domains.”
Hilda Baci’s journey stands as an embodiment of what can be achieved through perseverance, unwavering commitment to a cause, and resolute dedication. Her attainment of the Guinness World Record serves as a testament to the potent impact that young individuals can wield when they channel their energy towards transformative change.
Supporting partners for the event encompass a roster of esteemed organizations, including UNFPA, UNICEF, UNESCO, USAID, HACEY, AHEAD, IAAH, as well as both the Federal and Lagos State Ministries of Health. The event’s sponsors also include LASUCOM, LivingHealth International, DAI, Sparkle, Guttmacher Institute, We Lead, FP 2030, Teensmata, the College of Medicine at the University of Lagos, and several others.
