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Going Beyond Program

Partnering for a Youth-Led Future

A woman standing outdoors in a bright green shirt with lace trim in Malawi, 2017. From the YAW series of photos in 2017

Status

active

Period

June 1, 2023 - May 31, 2028

Countries

Focus Areas

Digital Education and Transitions

The Going Beyond Program is a five-year initiative implemented by Digital Opportunity Trust in Côte d'Ivoire, Malawi, Tanzania, and Zambia.

Program Goals

  • 240,000

    Aiming to create 240,000 employment opportunities for young people.

  • 70%

    70% of the employment opportunities will be for young women.

  • 40

    Supporting 40 youth-led organizations.

This $40-million program aims to create 240,000 employment opportunities for young people, 70 percent of whom are young women. By supporting 40 youth-led organizations, the program will deliver digital and business skills training while promoting the Pan-African Youth Leaders Network to amplify youth agency and leadership across the continent.