United States
Working in concert with our five other regions, we’re creating shared value at home and abroad. With support from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, we’ve shared innovative global approaches for increasing youth connection and resilience in the United States through the (Re)Connecting Youth initiative. As the result of our partnership with Hilton Worldwide, access to our Passport to Success® e-content has supported their employees in US cities with critical life skills. Through our YouthActionNet® Laureate Global Fellowship, we’ve connected young US leaders with a network of peers and mentors in support of their social entrepreneurship ventures. The United States ranks sixth among the 30 countries included in the inaugural Global Youth Wellbeing Index.
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Read more: IYF Intern Alumni Spotlight Series: Brandon Thomas, Summer 2022 Intern

IYF Intern Alumni Spotlight Series: Brandon Thomas, Summer 2022 Intern
At IYF, our mission is rooted in the belief that every young person deserves a chance to thrive, regardless of their background. We stand as steadfast allies, accompanying them on…
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Read more: IYF Intern Alumni Spotlight Series: Megan Castro, Summer 2023 Intern

IYF Intern Alumni Spotlight Series: Megan Castro, Summer 2023 Intern
At IYF, we are dedicated to empowering young people worldwide, standing with them as they navigate towards a brighter future. Rooted in our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI),…
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Read more: The Youth Opportunity Ambassador Program Celebrates 5 Years of Empowering Future Leaders

The Youth Opportunity Ambassador Program Celebrates 5 Years of Empowering Future Leaders
Eleven young people joined the Youth Opportunity (YO) Ambassador Program earlier this summer anticipating professional growth, but they could not predict the profound impact the program would have on their…
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Read more: Ambassador Spotlight: Rising to the Challenge with Maria Angela Lopez

Ambassador Spotlight: Rising to the Challenge with Maria Angela Lopez
Since 2018, IYF and McDonald’s have partnered together to improve employment opportunities and reduce barriers to employment among adolescents and young adults ages 16-24. The Youth Opportunity (YO) Ambassador program…
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Read more: How McDonald’s, IYF, and Community-based Organizations Focus on Life Skills for Chicago’s Youth

How McDonald’s, IYF, and Community-based Organizations Focus on Life Skills for Chicago’s Youth
Essential life skills are crucial for success in the real world. Through a partnership with McDonald’s, the Youth Opportunity (YO) Program has enabled IYF to collaborate with 10 local community-based…
