The Global Alliance for YOUth
GENERAL INFORMATION
Location: Global
Organization(s) Involved: Cargill, EY, SAP, Publicis Groupe, Microsoft, The Adecco Group, HCLTech, Meta, Nestle, BT, Cemex, Starbucks, L’Oréal, Rockwell Automation, Engie, accenture
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SUMMARY
The Global Alliance for Youth is a coalition of 25 international companies aiming to empower young people by providing job experiences, educational programs, and support for young entrepreneurs. Targeting youth aged 18-24, the project addresses the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on employment and skills.
OBJECTIVES
- Offer initial job opportunities to young people.
- Run educational programs to enhance youth employability.
- Promote and support young entrepreneurs.
- Mitigate pandemic effects on youth employment.
- Support programs for smooth transitions to work.
- Equip youth with 21st-century skills.
- Use collective resources to amplify youth support.
CONTEXT AND BACKGROUND
It emerged as a collaborative effort among 25 international private companies facing a pressing global issue: the challenges young people encounter in transitioning from education to meaningful employment. Traditional education systems were increasingly viewed as inadequate for preparing youth for the modern workforce, exacerbated further by the profound impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.
IMPLEMENTATION: ACTIVITIES AND METHODOLOGIES
The project focuses on offering first job experiences, running educational programs, and promoting entrepreneurship for young people. It leverages the resources and networks of 25 international companies to amplify its impact. This practice requires financial investments, skilled personnel, and technical resources for program development and operation. Partnerships with companies, educational institutions, and youth organizations play key roles in providing job opportunities, curriculum development, and outreach. Together, they address the need to equip youth with modern skills amid challenges from traditional education systems and the COVID-19 pandemic.
PROJECT OUTCOMES & LESSONS LEARNED
The Global Alliance for YOUth has achieved significant outcomes, including providing millions of youth with job opportunities and skills development programs through its member companies. These efforts have helped mitigate the impact of youth unemployment.
Lessons learned include the effectiveness of collaborative approaches among diverse stakeholders in scaling impact and adapting programs to meet evolving challenges.
IMPACT
The project has providing incredible benefits to young people. Through job opportunities and skills development programs facilitated by member companies, the project has actually enhanced youth employability and economic prospects. This not only reduces youth unemployment but also contributes to community development by fostering a skilled workforce.
Young people are actively involved in the project through various initiatives such as mentorship programs, internships, and skill-building workshops.
VISUAL AND SUPPORTING MATERIALS
Global Youth Survey Report
Nestle Launch Publication
Facebook Photos