c. d. e. f. g. h. i. j. k. l. 5.7 promotion of intercultural learning, civic education, tolerance, human rights education and democracy, mutual respect for cultural, ethnic and religious diversity, the importance of dialogue and cooperation, responsibility, solidarity and international cooperation; Institute education to promote a culture of peace and dialogue in all schools and training centres at all levels; Provide openly and publicly information on the objectives, programs, recruiting process and intended impact of specific national youth training programmes including but not limited to the national youth service; Provide for meaningful participation of the different youth target groups, particularly young females, young people with disabilities and young people in rural areas in the planning, designing, implementation, evaluation and review of the national youth training programmes; Impart productive work culture through on the job experiences and meaningful exposure to the world of work; Facilitate direct participation and involvement of youth in national issues at all levels of governance; Promote volunteerism among the youth and establish a National Youth Volunteer Corps; Promote youth participation in voluntary community development and public works programmes; Develop and implement clear funding mechanisms for the national youth training programmes in collaboration with appropriate private sector and international community; Develop a holistic curriculum for the National Youth Service Training Programme that promotes learning and skills development for the youths which are linked to the personal development of the youth and needs of industry, commerce and public service; Establish an independent body to monitor and evaluate the National Youth Training Programme in order to determine its impact and to periodically review the mandate, nature and form of the service. Culture, Art, Sport and Recreation The National Youth Policy affirms the fundamental importance of culture, sport and recreation for the full and integrated development and wellbeing of youth. 22

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