Sub-Saharan Africa
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Read more: The Case for Business Incubation Services for Young Entrepreneurs
The Case for Business Incubation Services for Young Entrepreneurs
Entrepreneurship isn’t a one-size-fits-all endeavor. Successful entrepreneurs don’t merely rely on a singular skill—they thrive by blending a combination of abilities and resources. There’s an array of needs that fuels…
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Read more: IYF Champions Youth Green Jobs at the 2023 InterAction Forum
IYF Champions Youth Green Jobs at the 2023 InterAction Forum
(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…
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Read more: 3 Solutions for Addressing Women’s Economic Empowerment
3 Solutions for Addressing Women’s Economic Empowerment
Prior to the pandemic, women accounted for 39% of the world’s total employment. By 2020, they represented almost 45% of employment losses globally. At the same time, women-led businesses were…
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Read more: Supporting Women’s Pathways in Male-Dominated Industries
Supporting Women’s Pathways in Male-Dominated Industries
As part of High Gear, a four-year project led by the International Youth Foundation focused on advancing South Africa’s public Technical, Vocational, Education & Training (TVET) college system, in-depth interviews…
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Read more: Mental Health, Covid Recovery, and the Power of Sport
Mental Health, Covid Recovery, and the Power of Sport
Photograph courtesy ©Golden Boots Uganda Muhammed “Mo” Kisirisa is a former amateur footballer and the founder of Golden Boots Uganda, an organization that aims to improve the lives, health, and…