Youth Business Challenge
A transformative initiative that has empowered over 3,520 young people across 10 districts in Northern Uganda, focusing on business skills development and sustainable enterprise creation.
Project Overview
3,520+
Youth Trained
10
Districts Reached
160
Business Plans
17
Trained Mentors
Project Details
Objectives
To empower young people through comprehensive business skills development and sustainable enterprise creation.
Methodology
Developed and implemented youth-friendly business coaching manual based on ILO's Start and Improve Your Business (SIYB) methodology.
Challenges
Successfully implemented training while adhering to health guidelines and maintaining program quality during COVID-19.
Lessons Learned
The importance of local partnerships and community engagement in ensuring sustainable impact.
Future Plans
Expand the program to more districts and develop additional training modules.
Project Information
- Budget $500,000.00
- Funding Source Multiple Donors
- Duration 23 months
Partners
- ILO Technical Partner
- VTI Implementation Partner
- District Local Governments Local Partners
Target Beneficiaries
- Youth 3,520 beneficiaries
- Women 1,500 beneficiaries
- Small Business Owners 200 beneficiaries
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