Youth Self-Employment in Southern Ethiopia Region (YES)

Target Impact

24,110 Youth in Work.

Status: Active

Country

Ethiopia

Period

February 2024 – February 2027

Industries

Agriculture

Impact to Date

24,110

Youths planned to engage (80% young women).

324

Cooperatives and 15 enterprises to be established in Agribusiness and Eco-tourism sectors.

Partnership Focus

Pilot and scale up job creation for young people, especially women, in marginalized areas. Enable youth participation in agriculture and eco-tourism. Support local service providers’ capacity. Provide financial inclusion, skills training, access to finance and workspace. Facilitate market linkages and enterprise development. Establish 324 cooperatives and 15 enterprises.

In Partnership With

The Hailemariam and Roman Foundation, with its commitment to sustainable development, is our key partner in empowering youth in Southern Ethiopia. Their local insights and networks are invaluable in creating lasting impact. For more information please visit: haileromanfoundation.org

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