d. To systematically integrate youth issues into all policies, plans, programmes and strategies at all levels and within all sectors and institutions of government, NGOs and the private sector; e. To build the capacity of youth development organisations and any other departments or institutions involved with youth affairs to effectively design, implement, manage and monitor youth development programmes and services; f. To enhance and develop professional skills, standards, competencies and behaviours amongst youth workers; g. To strengthen mechanisms for collaboration and cooperation amongst relevant government, non-government and community stakeholders; h. To promote the harmonization of other policies, research, programmes and strategies oriented toward young men and women. Goal 3: To instill in youth a clear sense of national identity and respect for national principles and values. Objectives a. To promote an awareness and understanding of the historical and cultural heritage of Zimbabwe; b. To promote an awareness of the content of the Constitution of Zimbabwe amongst young men and women, along with a knowledge of their rights and responsibilities; c. To advocate for the creation, in youth, of a sense of belonging, patriotism and responsible citizenship; d. To encourage young women and men to promote national unity by upholding the principles of mutual respect, peaceful coexistence, solidarity and tolerance; e. To design and implement programmes and services which promote opportunities for voluntarism amongst young men and women whilst promoting development of practical leadership and life skills; f. To promote participation of youth in culture, sport and recreation activities. 10

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