Case Studies
Real stories. Measurable results. See our work in action.
Discover how IYF programs translate innovative ideas into measurable outcomes, helping young people build the skills, confidence, and pathways they need for long-term success.
How IYF Is Shaping Mexico's EV Industry Workforce
(Español) Earlier this month, IYF launched the world’s first competency model for manufacturing electric vehicles (EV), defining the critical skills for this burgeoning field and guiding…
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…
Youth-Led Development in Action: The Story of Quest Alliance
As a global organization with teams based in all our operating countries, the International Youth Foundation (IYF) relies on the unparalleled expertise and experience of local…
Building Life Skills for Chicago's Youth With McDonald's and IYF
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…
Bridging the Green Skills Gap: A Path to Energy Transition Success
(Español) The energy transition is well underway, propelling us toward a future fueled by cleaner, renewable sources of energy. However, as we make this crucial shift,…
La transición energética y la brecha de habilidades verdes
(English) La transición energética está en marcha, impulsándonos hacia un futuro alimentado por fuentes de energía más limpias y renovables. Sin embargo, a medida que avanzamos…
The Youth Opportunity Initiative's Impact, Told by Ambassadors
Since 2018, IYF and McDonald’s have partnered together to improve employment opportunities and reduce barriers among adolescents and young adults. The YO Ambassadors program is a…
Impulsando el empleo juvenil mediante el nearshoring en America Latina
En América Latina (AL) se ha registrado un incremento en las oportunidades laborales del sector de Tecnologías de la Información y Comunicación (TIC) gracias al nearshoring,…
Empowering Youth Employment through Nearshoring in Latin America
(En Español) Latin America has seen a surge in employment opportunities in the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) sector due to nearshoring—the practice of outsourcing business…