Youth Employment & Innovation
- Building Skills. Fueling Ideas. Creating Futures.
We help youth develop practical skills, turn ideas into solutions, and connect with opportunities for dignified, meaningful work.
Young, Skilled, and Still Unemployed?
Many youth in Uganda — especially in rural regions — struggle to find work even after completing school or training. With few job openings, limited networks, and low digital access, they are left discouraged, idle, or vulnerable to crime and exploitation.
At IYF, we believe youth are not the problem — they’re the solution. Through our employment and innovation program, we prepare youth to create their own opportunities, access support, and grow into confident problem-solvers.
What the Program Offers
Career Readiness Coaching
CV writing, interview prep, workplace communication, and professional conduct.
Innovation Workshops
Youth-led sessions to generate ideas, solve community problems, and develop business models.
Internship & Job Placement Linkages
Partnering with local businesses and training centers to place trained youth in real roles.
Digital Literacy Training
Introducing youth to digital tools, remote work basics, and online income streams.
Who We Target
- Unemployed or underemployed youth (ages 15–35)
- Recent vocational training graduates
- Youth in VSLA or life-skills programs seeking work readiness
- Youth with innovative community ideas but lacking support