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Young people represent the world’s present and future workforce - innovators, entrepreneurs, educators, scientists and leaders. Approximately three-fourths of the world’s 1.5 billion young people live in developing countries. They will need relevant 21st century skills, including the ability to apply knowledge, innovate, solve problems, use technology, and develop entrepreneurial opportunities. Investing in their human capital could become the basis for sustained economic and social development.
Our Foundation defines the term learning to encompass education that takes place in a variety of settings, in and outside of the formal school system. We are focused on enabling young people to make the school-to-work transition successfully. This includes access to knowledge, skills, networks, and technology to succeed in the global economy. Our program aims to prepare youth to engage in the economy and lead change in their communities.
In assessing potential partnerships, the Foundation ensures that proposals are strategically and philosophically aligned with our program goals. In addition to this, the Foundation has identified the following as key drivers of success:
- Innovation
- Gender Equity
- Youth Engagement
- Peer-to-Peer Models
- Technology
Our Youth Learning program focuses on the following three areas to:
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