Effective governance and civic participation are crucial for sustainable development anda thriving democracy. YOVI advocates for youth involvement in decision-makingprocesses at all levels, from grassroots to national, regional, and continentalpolicymaking. The organisation conducts civic education in schools and communities toenhance young people’s understanding of democratic processes, human rights, and theresponsibilities of citizenship. YOVI encourages youth […]
Building peaceful and inclusive societies is a core aspect of YOVI’s youth developmentapproach. The organisation recognises that young people have a critical role to play inpromoting peace and preventing violent extremism. YOVI conducts peace-buildingtraining programmes that empower young people with conflict resolution skills, earlywarning signs, intercultural understanding, and communication techniques. By fosteringdialogue and collaboration among […]
Food security is critical to ensuring the well-being of communities, especially vulnerablegroups. YOVI recognises the potential of agriculture as a means of addressing foodsecurity and promoting economic development. The organisation supports youth-ledagricultural projects, providing training in business development services, and resourcesto young farmers to enhance agricultural productivity and income generation. YOVI alsoadvocates for policies that […]
We are committed to fostering economic growth and empowering young entrepreneursby providing them with access to capital, training, and technical assistance. Ourcomprehensive approach aims to support various sectors, including agribusiness,agriculture, alternative livelihoods, and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).Additionally, we offer valuable business development services (BDS) to communities,interest groups, cooperative groups, and young individuals seeking to […]
As climate change poses significant challenges to communities worldwide, YOVIactively engages in climate change adaptation and environmental conservation efforts.The organisation believes that youth have a pivotal role in tackling these issues andpromoting sustainable practices. YOVI participates in international conferences,community-based projects that focus on climate resilience and sustainabledevelopment. These initiatives include tree-planting campaigns and awareness driveson […]
Education is the foundation of YOVI’s youth development efforts. The organisationadvocates for improved access to quality education for all young people, regardless oftheir socio-economic backgrounds. We collaborate with educational institutions,government agencies, and other stakeholders to develop and implement programmesthat enhance learning opportunities. At the government level, YOVI has activelyengaged with relevant government departments to champion […]
YOVI places great emphasis on promoting gender and social inclusion, particularly withregard to women and girls, persons with disabilities (PWDs), and other marginalisedpopulations. This commitment to inclusivity is outlined in the organization’s genderpolicy and strategy, which guides its actions and initiatives. YOVI believes in promotinggender equality and social inclusion as essential components of youth development.The […]
Child marriage remains a significant challenge in many regions nationwide, deprivingyoung girls of their rights and hindering their access to education and opportunities.YOVI takes proactive steps to combat this issue by implementing educationprogrammes in schools and communities. We work closely with stakeholders, includingtraditional authorities, religious leaders, parents, teachers, and community leaders, toraise awareness about the […]
YOVI recognises that young people face unique challenges related to sexual andreproductive health. In line with our commitment to youth development, the organisationoffers a range of comprehensive SRHR services. This includes providing accurate andage-appropriate information about sexual health, family planning, safe sex practices,and preventing sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and HIV/AIDS. To reachvulnerable groups, YOVI implements […]