Our Priorities

Youth agency is unlocked when young people have the tools to thrive and the confidence to use them. With job opportunities, businesses they can build, and a voice in decisions that shape their lives, they don’t wait for the future. They create it.

Youth empowerment

Young people are not just shaping the future, they are driving change today. With the right support, they turn ideas into action, challenge the status quo, and create solutions that strengthen their communities.

Too many young people face obstacles that keep them on the sidelines, from limited opportunities to mental health challenges and systemic exclusion. But when they are heard, valued, and equipped with the right tools, they don’t just join the conversation, they lead it.

We invest in youth power and participation by building confidence, nurturing resilience and well-being, expanding networks, and developing strong leadership skills. Whether launching businesses, shaping policies, or driving social movements, they are not waiting for change, they are making it happen.
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Economic opportunities

Young people everywhere are building their futures, but too many barriers stand in their way. In some countries, years of investment in skills training have not translated into jobs. In others, jobs exist, but young people lack the right pathways to access them. At the same time, millions work in the informal economy, a space full of innovation and resilience, yet ignored by policymakers and funders.

We see these gaps not as barriers but as opportunities to reimagine how economies can work for young people. By reshaping financial systems, supporting small businesses, and strengthening value chains, we create new pathways to dignified work and thriving livelihoods. Our work is about shifting mindsets, changing market dynamics, and ensuring that economic opportunity reaches those who need it most.
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Founder's Footprint

We’re proud to collaborate with Anglo American to support initiatives that honour its legacy of innovation, resilience, and responsible impact. Together, we support programmes that reflect these values – enabling employees to share their expertise through the volunteer programme, amplifying generosity through match giving, and providing critical support through our emergency response fund.