Our vision
To advocate for young people by empowering them to actualise their potential.
Dynamic Youth Empowerment & Advocacy Foundation
Unlocking the potential of Africa’s youth
Through advocacy, mindset reorientation and skills development, we help young Africans build a better future for themselves and their communities.
- Youths we aim to reach across Africa
- 20M
- Ages we work with
- 12–40
- Core areas of impact
- 7
Our mission
Engaged youths build thriving societies
Dynamic Youth Empowerment & Advocacy (YEA) is a non-governmental organisation dedicated to empowering African youths between the ages of 12 and 40. We believe that many of our societies suffer from social decadence because youths are under-engaged and exposed to harmful content.
Through advocacy, mindset reorientation and skills development, we aim to impact 20 million youths across Africa.
Who we are
Inspiration for impact
Our mission
We provide inspiration and a blueprint for African youths’ self-actualisation, through empowerment to reform their lives.
Our core values
- 01
Inspiration
To influence young people to be better, and to believe that better is possible.
- 02
Integrity
To promote honesty among ourselves and others, in everything we do.
- 03
Impact
To affect lives positively, one young person and one community at a time.
What we offer
Everything you need to grow
Digital skills courses
Learn in-demand tech skills through structured, module-by-module courses.
Browse courses
Mentorship & coaching
Get guidance from experienced mentors who have walked the path before you.
Find a mentor
Events
Register for workshops and gatherings, and check in with your personal QR code.
See events
Industry opportunities
Apply for jobs and placements with partners who are hiring young talent.
View jobsYour future is worth more
Say no
to drug abuse
Drugs promise an escape but deliver dependence. Our prevention campaign gives young people, parents and schools the facts, the warning signs and a confidential place to ask for help.
Myth“One try won’t hurt.”
FactDependence can start sooner than you think.
Myth“It helps me cope.”
FactIt deepens anxiety, depression and isolation.
Myth“Cough syrup and tramadol are safe.”
FactMisused, they cause addiction and overdose.
Our story
See the change
we’re making
Hear from the young people, mentors and partners behind YEA, and see what happens when youths are given the skills and support to thrive.
Community
Moments from our community
Ready to grow?
Your future starts
with one step
Create a free account to enrol in courses, request a mentor, register for events and apply for jobs.