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The Youth and Entrepreneur Support Operations (YESO) helps poor and vulnerable youth find jobs. It gives targeted aid to poor families, vulnerable groups, and internally displaced persons (IDPs) while supporting young entrepreneurs.
Our interventions follow a holistic approach that combines life skills training, community public work programs, and targeted support for young entrepreneurs to build sustainable livelihoods.
Empowering youth through skills and opportunities
YESO is committed to creating lasting impact through two ambitious targets.
Train 500,000 youth in life skills and personal development, equipping them with the tools they need to thrive.
Target: 500,000 youth trained
Support 1.5 million youth through community public work programs, providing income and building community assets.
Target: 1.5 million youth supported
YESO delivers impact through three integrated pillars.
Comprehensive training programs that build confidence, communication, financial literacy, and employability skills for young people.
Community-based work programs that provide temporary income while building essential infrastructure and community assets.
Targeted support for young entrepreneurs including business training, mentorship, and access to finance to launch and grow ventures.
YESO provides targeted support to those who need it most.
Young people facing economic hardship and limited opportunities.
Displaced individuals seeking stability and new beginnings.
Marginalized communities requiring targeted support and inclusion.
Ambitious youth ready to start and grow their own businesses.
Your support helps us train youth, provide work opportunities, and empower young entrepreneurs to build a better future.