What makes young women successful in STEM careers?

A new report from the Youth Think Tank. The world is advancing every day in the fields of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) and young people are a driving force in this sector. However, not all young people are represented equally in STEM careers – the field is dominated by young men. This youth-led …

Young People, Climate Disruption and Adaptation in Africa

Join this exciting event to hear the latest from youth climate activists and thought leaders on what we can do to take action on climate change in Africa. If you want to share in a discussion with activists, policy makers, business leaders and academics, and learn more about: Youth livelihoods, Green jobs, Future climate policies …

Supporting Small-Scale Entrepreneurs

In 2020 the Youth Think Tank developed research asking the question “how can development practitioners, policymakers, and academics better support small-scale entrepreneurs to expand their businesses and create employment opportunities in Sub-Saharan Africa?”

CIVSAM

Strengthening civil society organizations for the promotion of a safe and secure environment for children and young people.

A Better Way to Fund Youth Action

Everything you need to know about alternative funding approaches. On 2nd June, global activists, organisations and donors came together to share experience and learnings on how they have designed and delivered citizen and youth-led funds, aimed at supporting civil society leadership and action. We discussed practical tips and insights on what it takes to set …

Hawa’s Story

Hawa, 23, is from Iringa, a town in central Tanzania. She grew up with two brothers, two sisters and a single mother who is now retired and subsistence farms for a living.

Annual Report of the year 2020

The Annual Report covers the major programs and events, story of resilience, voices of young people, and how youths stepped forward as superheroes to fight the challenges brought by the pandemic.