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Youth Employability and Training Programme (YTEP), The Gambia
Women in The Gambia are disproportionately affected by poverty due to gender-stereotyping and traditional roles. To ensure equity in access and opportunities for women, 60% of target participants will be women
Vulnerable young people in one of the poorest regions in the country
At least 5% of participants are people with disabilities
1000 over 5 years
Around 50% of the population in The Gambia live in poverty. Youth unemployment is one of the most significant challenges in the country. According to the Human Development Index, 34% of 15-24-year-olds are not in school or employment. Young people must have market-relevant skills if they are to secure gainful employment. SOS Children’s Villages has created a programme that will increase employment amongst vulnerable young people (60% women) in one of the poorest regions in the country
We hope to run the programme over 5 years
Outcomes and activities will be measured against indicators of change within a results framework
Lines & Current, Cambridge Assessment, Awards International and other anonymous donors