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Overview





       PILLAR INITIATIVE



       AND IMPACT




       Interventions under this pillar led to measurable improvements in youth employability,
       entrepreneurship and financial independence:



                               Young people acquired critical economic skills,
               183            enabling them to secure employment or start
                              businesses

               Over 20 youth-led businesses were launched or
            expanded, including poultry farming, tailoring, and  20

                                   vegetable farming ventures.

                       4       Youth groups secured start-up grants,
                              leading to job creation within their communities.

                     Several youths transitioned from training
                into employment opportunities in hospitality,
                                      retail, and skilled trades.






                                                                    Stronger linkages between youth and
                                                                    market actors enabled access to youth funds,
                                                                    business advisory services and mentorship.

                                                              Improved financial literacy resulted in
                                                          better business planning, record-keeping,
                                                                        and long-term sustainability.
                                                                     Reduced vulnerability to economic shocks
                                                                     and negative coping mechanisms, such as
                                                                     engagement in crime or extremist groups.

























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