For 35 years IYF has designed and delivered job and life skills programs to connect 15 millionyoung people to economic opportunity.
8 million
reached through global awareness initiatives for under $1 each
4 million
gained life skills and accessed career coaching for under $5 each
1+ million
completed industry-validated technical training for > $500 each
1.5 million
received comprehensive career support for > $1,000 per learner
Invest in Youth
Partner with IYF to invest in training that equips youth with the skills to thrive today and lead tomorrow. IYF partners with employers and local organizations to create practical, scalable approaches to expanding youth economic opportunity. Leading funders including Fortune 500 companies, the Kellogg Foundation, and the Ford Foundation invest in IYF’s proven track record of empowering youth to improve their economic outcomes.
IYF centers young people’s lived experiences to ensure programs are relevant and effective. 90% of young people who start an IYF program complete it and 75% of IYF graduates go on to achieve better economic outcomes through meaningful employment, continued education, or both.
About 20% of the world’s young people are not in education, employment, or training. Two thirds of these are young women.
Around 74% of employers worldwide report difficulty in filling roles.
Unemployment happens because youth talent isn’t aligned with where opportunity lives. IYF solves this problem by partnering with funders and local organizations to implement solutions that work in local contexts.
IYF builds a world where young people are inspired and equipped to realize the future they want. By 2030, our goal is to impact the lives of another 2 million young people.
“Our collaboration with IYF has not only helped bridge the skills gap but also provided invaluable opportunities for youth to enter high-potential careers. It’s inspiring to see how our employees’ engagement and expertise are shaping a more inclusive, future-ready workforce.”
– Carolina Chong Managing Director, Human Resources, FedEx Mexico
“IYF has a long-standing commitment to innovative approaches to close the skills gap. The Caterpillar Foundation is proud to have partnered with IYF since 2007 in several countries to connect young people with opportunities to transform their lives and creative innovative ecosystem-based approaches.”
– Asha Varghese President, Caterpillar Foundation
“Since it’s not always easy in my field to find a role that fits my needs, this experience opened new doors for me. Over just a few days, I’ve learned things I never imagined, and now I’m excited to put that knowledge into practice in my future career.”
– Kimberly Galvara Student, Data Science course, Green Generation MX Program
“The TK Foundation partners with IYF because it shares our commitment to investing in youth. IYF offers a variety of programs and services that help young people succeed in school, get good jobs and become engaged citizens. We believe that by investing in IYF, we are investing in the future.”
– Patricia Benevenia Program Manager, TK Foundation
“UP for Change impacted my life by giving me a sense of pride and self-confidence. I felt like I became more aware of the accessibility of the world. I felt like my experience was going to help others like me.”
– Averie UP for Change participant, Chicago
“IYF is trusted, smart, effective and experienced. They are preparing youth for the future. What could be more important?”
– Henrietta Fore Radiate Capital, former UNICEF Executive Director
“At AMITI’s Cybersecurity Committee, we applaud the cybersecurity program to develop young talent that not only masters technical skills but also becomes a driving force for building a safer, more reliable digital environment.”
– Juan Pablo Carsi Cybersecurity Committee, AMITI (Mexican Association of Information Technology Industry)
