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Youth Initiative for Development (YID) is an organization empowering youth, women, and marginalized groups with skills, education, and livelihood opportunities to build self-reliant and resilient communities.

Who We Are

Founded in 2020, Youth Initiative for Development is a registered community-based organization working in Kakuma Refugee Camp and surrounding host communities.

We provide inclusive access to education, digital skills, livelihood training, and environmental programs that help young people overcome poverty and become active contributors to development.

Our Programs

Education & Technology Hub

Inclusive digital training from basic computer skills to professional web development, graphic design, networking, and leadership programs that prepare youth for higher education and employment.

Livelihood Empowerment

Vocational training in tailoring, fashion design, hairdressing, and beauty therapy that enables women and vulnerable youth to start income-generating activities.

Environmental Sustainability

Community-led tree planting, waste management, and recycling initiatives that promote health, climate resilience, and environmental protection.

Education & Technology Hub

Inclusive digital training from basic computer skills to professional web development, graphic design, networking, and leadership programs that prepare youth for education and employment.

Livelihood Empowerment

Vocational training in tailoring, fashion design, hairdressing, and beauty therapy that enables women and vulnerable youth to start income-generating activities.

Environmental Sustainability

Community-led tree planting, waste management, and recycling initiatives that promote health, climate resilience, and environmental protection.

Our Impact

Youth trained in digital skills

Trained in digital entrepreneurship

Transitioned to employment

Women empowered through vocational skills

Trees planted

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Success Stories

Through training and mentorship, participants gain confidence, start businesses, secure jobs, and become role models in their communities.

Aluat Aguto Mach

“I joined Youth Initiative for Development to build my computer skills in programming and networking. The training helped me become more productive and work better with others. As a result, I was able to secure a job in Nauru and now use my skills to support people in my community, who often come to me for help. The program has truly empowered me both professionally and socially.”

Donel Malenga

“My name is Donel, a 13-year-old student at Youth Initiative for Development (YID) under the ICT program. Through my participation, I have gained valuable graphic design skills, enabling me to create posters, including birthday and event designs, for members of my community. These skills have provided me with an opportunity to earn an income, which I use to support my education by purchasing essential school items such as uniforms, shoes, and books.”

Aluat Aguto Mach

Donel Malenga

Habert Mone Oruma

“I am a proud member of Youth Innovation for Development (Y.I.D). I began my journey at Y.I.D in 2023 as a diploma student, later served as a basic computer teacher, and now continue contributing as a committed member. Through my experience, I have witnessed Y.I.D make a significant impact in the community by empowering young people with valuable digital and technical skills. The organization continues to provide important technology courses such as Google and Microsoft Office applications, graphic design, and web development, which help equip learners with practical knowledge and improve their opportunities for education and employment.”

Changkuoth Bang Yiom

“Youth Initiative for Development has played a big role in my life. Through YID, I earned a Diploma in Information Technology, gained practical skills, and built confidence. After graduating, I became a facilitator, teaching other youths and growing my leadership skills. With the support and mentorship I received, I was able to start my own training center, Creative Tech Hub, and a cyber café, where I now help young people learn digital skills and find opportunities. YID didn’t just educate me, it empowered me to become independent and lead others.”

Our Partners

We work closely with humanitarian, development, and community-based partners to strengthen livelihoods, expand opportunities for young people, and promote inclusive participation within the refugee community. Through these collaborations, we enhance skills development, economic resilience, and locally led solutions that create lasting impact.