Through the EY Microsoft AI Skills Passport, seven college students from across the U.S. are exploring how AI intersects with their studies, their goals, and the real-world skills they’ll need to lead in a rapidly evolving job market.
At IYF, we are committed to igniting the potential of young minds and cultivating future leaders. A cornerstone of these efforts is our internship program, designed to cultivate talent from underrepresented communities and diversify the international development field. As part…
To promote a more equitable landscape, IYF established the DEI Council and launched the #4toSoar initiative, aimed at enhancing access and representation across all levels of the organization. A cornerstone of these efforts is our internship program, designed to cultivate…
Young leaders creating a more inclusive world: Meet IYF’s 2024 UP for Change Leaders Despite being some of the world’s best problem solvers and social movement leaders, young people are systematically excluded from decision-making processes, including when it comes to…
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 personal development and future careers. With support and funding from…
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 is a part of the YO Initiative with McDonald’s, and…
(English) Durante el InterAction Forum de este año, la International Youth Foundation (IYF) dejó huella. Liz Vance, Directora Técnica para América Latina y el Caribe y Líder de la Estrategia de Empleos Verdes, subió al escenario como ponente durante la sesión…
(Español) At this year’s InterAction Forum, IYF made a resounding impact, with one of our very own, Liz Vance, Technical Director for Latin America and the Caribbean and Green Jobs Strategy Lead, taking the stage as a panel speaker during…
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 organizations (CBOs) since 2018. Local community-based organizations ensure program participants…
(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, a pressing challenge emerges – the green skills gap. The demand for skills in…