At YES Africa, we leverage six complementary strategies to amplify our impact, reach more communities, and drive lasting change across Africa.
Advocacy
Effective advocacy is crucial for driving policy change and promoting in…
Effective advocacy is crucial for driving policy change and promoting in…
Partnerships & Collaboration
Collaboration is key to scaling impact and leveraging resources
Collaboration is key to scaling impact and leveraging resources
Digital Campaigns
Digital platforms offer immense potential for outreach and engagement
Digital platforms offer immense potential for outreach and engagement
Surveys & Research
Evidence-based decision-making is crucial for effective programming
Evidence-based decision-making is crucial for effective programming
Capacity Building
Empowering individuals and organisations is at the heart of our work
Empowering individuals and organisations is at the heart of our work
Community Engagement
Community engagement is vital for driving grassroots change
Community engagement is vital for driving grassroots change
In Detail
Advocacy
Effective advocacy is crucial for driving policy change and promoting inclusion. We engage stakeholders, build alliances, and inform decision-makers to create lasting impact.
Key Activities
- Influence decision-makers and promote youth-inclusive policies through strategic policy advocacy.
- Lobby for legislative changes that benefit young people and marginalised groups.
- Build alliances with like-minded organisations to amplify our collective voice.
- Engage in public debates and forums to shape public opinion.
- Develop position papers and policy briefs to inform key stakeholders.
Partnerships & Collaboration
Collaboration is key to scaling impact and leveraging resources. We build partnerships with diverse stakeholders to drive empowerment and development.
Key Activities
- Collaborate with government agencies to implement initiatives and leverage resources.
- Partner with private sector organisations to drive youth empowerment and economic growth.
- Network with civil society organisations to share knowledge and best practices.
- Build relationships with international organisations to access global expertise and funding.
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions to drive research and innovation.
Digital Campaigns
Digital platforms offer immense potential for outreach and engagement. We harness the power of digital media to mobilise young people and promote our focus areas.
Key Activities
- Leverage social media to raise awareness and mobilise young people around our focus areas.
- Create engaging content that showcases impact and drives community participation.
- Utilise online platforms to amplify voices of young people and marginalised groups.
- Run targeted digital campaigns to reach specific audiences at scale.
- Develop digital tools and resources to support on-the-ground programmes.
Surveys & Research
Evidence-based decision-making is crucial for effective programming. We conduct research and gather data to inform our work and measure impact.
Key Activities
- Conduct research to inform policy and programme development across all focus areas.
- Gather rigorous data to measure impact and track progress over time.
- Provide insights and recommendations to stakeholders and decision-makers.
- Publish research reports and policy briefs to share findings with the wider sector.
- Conduct evaluations to continuously improve programme effectiveness.
Capacity Building
Empowering individuals and organisations is at the heart of our work. We build capacity to drive development and promote sustainability.
Key Activities
- Train and mentor young people to develop skills and leadership abilities.
- Equip community leaders with tools and knowledge to drive local development.
- Strengthen organisational capacity of partners to enhance collaboration.
- Provide technical assistance to support programme implementation.
- Develop leadership programmes for emerging leaders across Africa.
Community Engagement
Community engagement is vital for driving grassroots change. We engage citizens, support local initiatives, and mobilise volunteers.
Key Activities
- Organise community events and forums to engage citizens in local governance.
- Support grassroots initiatives and community-led projects.
- Build relationships with community leaders to understand and respond to local needs.
- Mobilise volunteers to drive community service and outreach.
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