Please join us in congratulating the six winners of the Youth Empowerment Challenge! Contributors of these ideas will join the IDEO.org team for a design bootcamp in the coming months, and will join the Amplify portfolio for the next 18 months. Thank you to everyone who shared an idea or gave feedback or encouragement during the challenge – your collective efforts will help to make a real impact in many communities.
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Access to Government Procurement Opportunities (AGPO) Digital Learning Space
We seek to facilitate the full utilization of the 30% of Government Procurement set aside for youth, women & persons with disabilities.

Bringing a Proven Solution for Youth Livelihoods to Kenya
Educate! is transforming education by providing youth with skills training in leadership, entrepreneurship, and workforce readiness.

Musana Carts - An opportunity for Youth in East Africa to Start a Formal Business
Musana Carts provides entrepreneurs with the opportunity to start their own business affordably with solar powered street vending carts.

Connecting Youth to Living-Wage Jobs Through Digital Skills and Professional Preparation
Samasource Training equips Kenyan youth with market-aligned skills, and connects them to living-wage jobs in the tech industry.

Leadership and Workforce Development for East African Women
We offer a unique combination of market-relevant skills and soft skills to prepare young women for professional success in East Africa.

Building the SMEs of Tomorrow - Micro Venture Capital (MVC) for the Informal Sector
Support exceptional informal sector micro entrepreneurs to grow from micro to SME (10+ employees) through intensive support and investment.