At YEED, our programmes and activities are designed to equip vulnerable and disadvantaged young people with the skills, opportunities, and resources they need to build better lives, contribute meaningfully to their communities, and drive sustainable economic growth across Zimbabwe. Every programme we deliver is guided by our commitment to inclusivity, accountability, gender equality, disability inclusion, and climate resilience.
From vocational and technical skills training and entrepreneurship development to agriculture, leadership, and civic engagement, our programmes are making a real and lasting difference in the lives of young people and communities across Zimbabwe.
YEED’s Youth Skills Development and Employability programme is designed to equip young people with the practical and technical skills they need to access employment, improve their livelihoods, and contribute productively to Zimbabwe’s economy. We believe that every young person deserves access to quality skills training and meaningful employment opportunities, regardless of their background or circumstances.
Our activities under this programme include:
Through this programme, we are building a generation of skilled, confident, and employable young Zimbabweans who are ready to contribute to the growth and development of their communities and nation.
YEED’s Youth Entrepreneurship and Economic Empowerment programme is dedicated to nurturing the entrepreneurial spirit of young Zimbabweans and equipping them with the tools, knowledge, and resources they need to start and grow successful businesses. We believe that youth-led enterprises are a powerful driver of economic growth, job creation, and community development in Zimbabwe. Our activities under this programme include:
Through this programme, we are building a new generation of young entrepreneurs who have the skills, confidence, and resources to create economic opportunities for themselves and their communities.
YEED’s Agriculture and Green Economy for Youth programme is designed to harness the economic potential of Zimbabwe’s agricultural sector and green economy for the benefit of young people and their communities. We believe that climate-smart agriculture and renewable energy represent significant opportunities for youth employment, enterprise development, and community resilience in Zimbabwe. Our activities under this programme include:
Through this programme, we are equipping young people with the knowledge, skills, and networks they need to build sustainable and profitable agribusinesses and green enterprises that contribute to Zimbabwe’s economic and environmental resilience.
YEED’s Leadership, Civic Engagement, and Inclusion programme is dedicated to developing the next generation of young leaders who are equipped to drive positive change in their communities and contribute meaningfully to Zimbabwe’s governance and development. We believe that young people have a vital role to play in shaping the future of their communities and nation, and we are committed to giving them the tools and opportunities to do so. Our activities under this programme include:
Through this programme, we are nurturing confident, informed, and inclusive young leaders who understand their rights, embrace their responsibilities, and are committed to building a better Zimbabwe for everyone.
All of YEED’s programmes are guided by the following cross-cutting themes that ensure our work is inclusive, sustainable, and impactful:
YEED’s programmes are closely aligned with Zimbabwe’s national development priorities and global sustainable development frameworks, including:
Through this alignment, we ensure that our programmes contribute meaningfully to Zimbabwe’s national development agenda and the global pursuit of a more inclusive, equitable, and sustainable world.
Would you like to support YEED’s programmes, partner with us, or get involved in our community activities? Our team is ready to explore ways we can work together to empower Zimbabwe’s youth and transform lives across our communities. Get in touch with us today.