Youth Economic Opportunity

This International Youth Day, we're highlighting how green jobs for youth are driving meaningful change in Peru's recycling sector with targeted support from TechnoServe.

Our monthly photo series highlights the beauty and emotion in the lives of our clients around the world. In honor of International Youth Day on August 12, we celebrate determined young people who are building the skills and confidence to lead their communities.

Learn how a young entrepreneur grew her business from a small, open-air stall to three thriving shops in Nairobi, Kenya.

Every harvest leaves something behind. Across India, millions of tons of agricultural residue remain in fields after crops are harvested. Much of it has little economic value and is often burned, contributing to air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions. For most people, crop residue…

On August 12, 2026, TechnoServe joins the global celebration of International Youth Day, a moment to recognize the important role of young people in driving local action and progress toward the Sustainable Development Goals.

This graduation season, as many young people finish school and begin to consider their next steps, entrepreneurship presents a promising opportunity. Seven entrepreneurs who made that leap share their challenges, biggest lessons, and advice for peers considering the same path.

This World Youth Skills Day, learn about five critical skills youth around the world need to thrive. Then read about a few young people who are using these newfound skills to build better lives for themselves, their families, and their communities.

Former TechnoServe Fellow Patrick Denis recently returned from a trip to Kenya, where he saw firsthand how entrepreneurs are building innovative, sustainable businesses in the blue economy.

Our monthly photo series highlights the beauty and emotion in the lives of our clients around the world. This month, we highlight young people who are building livelihoods and shaping today's economies.