Muskan Youth Centre holds ‘Top Acts’ season-2

The Muskan Youth Centre (MYC) under the aegis of  Family Planning Association (FPA) India Nagaland branch held its Sep. edition of ‘Top Acts’ season-2 on Sep. 22 at MYC in Kohima with theme ‘Safe Spaces for youth’ which was also said to be the theme of 2018 International Youth Day.

Sentisangla Oungth won the Best Performer Title with her melodious voice accompanied by her Ukulele.

An update issued on Sep. 24 from the Monitoring and Evaluation Officer FBI India Nagaland branch stated that youth needs safe spaces where they can come together, engage in activities related to their diverse needs and interests, participate in decision making processes and freely express themselves.

‘Safe spaces ensure the dignity and safety of youth. Safe spaces such as civic spaces enable youth to engage in governance issues; public spaces afford youth the opportunity to participate in sports and other leisure activities in the community,’ the update informed.

Top Acts is said to be a humble programme aimed in providing space and platform towards the young people in showcasing their skills in any performing art.

All 4th Saturdays are said to be booked for Top Acts at MYC which serves as the Reproductive Health & Family Planning Clinic (RHFPC) Satellite Centre during other working days wherein services on Child Immunisation, Family Planning counselling and free services including Adolescents friendly Centre services are available in Kohima near the NSF Martyrs Park.

‘Any young artist desirous to participate in any of the Top Acts edition may simply send a short demo of their performance and join for free on the appointed 4th Saturday,’ the released mentioned.

The Sep. edition of Top Acts is said to have witnessed different genres of music and dances performed to the cheering group of friends and well wishers.

Guest artist “The One Destiny” is said to have entertained the crowd with their brilliant performances.

Upcoming artist Dieze Sothu who is said to be the pillar of Top Acts encouraged the youngsters to pursue their dreams and simultaneously perform well in their studies too. He is said to have inspired the youngsters by sharing about his struggles in the music industry and motivated the young artist to stay humble despite gaining popularity and to stay away from tobacco or any health hazardeous activities. He also gave away the certificates to all the participants and best performance certificate and prize as well.

EMN