INTERNATIONAL YOUTH FOUNDATION

Initiatives in sub-saharan africa: since its founding in 1990, iyf has continued to support young people across sub-saharan africa to secure meaningful employment and lead the green and digital transitions. In 2024, iyf programs in south africa, ethiopia, kenya, and nigeria equipped thousands of youth with the technical, digital, and socio-emotional skills needed to thrive in the changing world of work.in south africa, the high gear initiative - implemented in partnership with the department of higher education and training and the national association of automotive component and allied manufacturers - successfully concluded after transforming the technical and vocational education and training (tvet) landscape. The program aligned six major engineering courses with industry needs, developed south africa's first electric vehicle (ev) competency framework, and fostered 19 partnerships between tvet institutions and the private sector.across the region, iyf also continued implementing the skills for success program, supported by google.org, which has empowered young women in kenya, nigeria, and south africa with it and cybersecurity training. Over 8,600 youth women have benefited from these efforts, with 69% job placement rates across digital career pathways.

Initiatives in the middle east, north africa, and asia: in 2024, iyf strengthened employability and youth leadership in countries across the mena and asia regions. The propel youth and gender project continued to advance gender equality and health rights, promoting youth-led advocacy and systems change.meanwhile, the burberry inspire program expanded its creative hubs across asia and europe - including hong kong, japan, south korea, and italy - providing safe spaces for over 200,000 youth to develop their creativity, confidence, and leadership.through these initiatives, iyf continues to empower youth across continents to lead social transformation, equipping them to take control of their futures, shape their economies, and drive sustainable development.