Mombasa Youth Council
Her Excellency Khadija Jilo
Deputy President of the Mombasa Youth Council (MYC)
Her Excellency
Khadija Jilo
Deputy President
Mombasa Youth Council (MYC)
Elected 2026 · Mombasa County, Kenya
Biography
Khadija Jilo is the elected Deputy President of the Mombasa Youth Council (MYC), having assumed office in 2026 alongside President Antigoals Ray. She is a committed youth leader, gender equality advocate, and community mobilizer with deep roots in Mombasa County.
Growing up in Mombasa, Khadija developed a strong sense of civic responsibility and a passion for uplifting marginalized voices, particularly those of young women and girls who are often excluded from leadership and decision-making spaces. Her work in community organizing and youth advocacy brought her to prominence before her election to the Council's second-highest office.
She has been involved in numerous initiatives spanning education, women's rights, mental health awareness, and youth civic education. Her ability to connect with young people across diverse backgrounds makes her a unifying figure within the Council and across Mombasa's youth communities.
Deputy President Jilo believes that true leadership is service, and that the MYC must be an institution that young people trust, feel represented by, and can turn to for support, advocacy, and opportunities. She is deeply committed to ensuring the Council's work is inclusive, impactful, and driven by the real needs of Mombasa's youth.
Leadership Mandate
Deputy President Khadija Jilo serves as the principal assistant to the President and supports the implementation of the vision, mission, and objectives of the Mombasa Youth Council.
Her leadership is founded on inclusivity, youth empowerment, gender equality, community engagement, and effective representation of the diverse voices of young people across Mombasa County. She works closely with the President, Executive Committee, and Youth Assembly to ensure the Council remains responsive to the needs and aspirations of the youth.
The Deputy President plays a key role in coordinating youth programmes, strengthening stakeholder engagement, promoting participation in governance, and supporting initiatives that create opportunities for education, entrepreneurship, innovation, and leadership development.
Constitutional Provision: In the absence of the President, the Deputy President shall perform the functions and duties of the Office of the President as provided for in the Constitution and policies of the Council.
Through collaborative leadership and service, Deputy President Khadija Jilo remains committed to advancing a united, empowered, and progressive youth movement in Mombasa County.
Key Focus Areas
Gender Equality
Championing equal representation and opportunities for women and girls in leadership.
Community Engagement
Building meaningful connections between the Council and youth communities.
Youth Empowerment
Supporting programmes that build youth capacity and leadership skills.
Governance
Ensuring transparent, accountable, and inclusive Council operations.
Mental Health
Raising awareness and reducing stigma around mental health among young people.
Civic Education
Equipping youth with knowledge to participate effectively in governance.
Speeches & Statements
June 2026
Inaugural Address, Deputy President, MYC
"I stand here not just as Deputy President, but as a young woman from Mombasa who knows what it means to fight for a seat at the table. We will build a Council that leaves no young person behind, especially those the system has long overlooked."
May 2026
Statement on Gender Equality in Youth Leadership
"Meaningful gender equality is not a favour. It is a right. The MYC is committed to creating structures that ensure women and girls in Mombasa have equal access to leadership, resources, and opportunities."
March 2026
Message on International Women's Day
"On this day we celebrate the courage, resilience, and brilliance of women everywhere. To every young woman in Mombasa: your voice matters, your leadership matters, and MYC is here to amplify it."