IYF

It takes a village—and a whole lot of system alignment.

A single job can change someone's life, but a truly connected community can change an entire generation. That’s why we bring schools, employers, mentors, and local leaders together to build bulletproof pathways from education to career.

At IYF, we’re working on the ground to align training with real market demands, making sure no young person is left navigating the future alone.

Want to join forces with us to create lasting change? Send us a DM or click the link in our bio to partner with us. We can’t wait to hear from you.

Rigid rules and rushed timelines rarely help anyone rebuild after a crisis.

Back in 2010, our work in Ciudad Juárez taught us a defining truth: real progress starts by putting people back in control of their own futures.

Thanks to our enduring partnership with the TK Foundation, that initial effort has evolved into a powerful, scalable model supporting youth and migrants from Mexico to the U.S. border. 🌍✨

Curious how we're scaling systems change in 2026? Head to the link in our bio to read the full story.

Young people are not just the future. They are the present. ✨

Catch IYF President and CEO as she joins on the Do Good on Purpose Podcast next week!

This will be part 1 of 2, and an intriguing conversation about what it really takes to unlock opportunity and agency for young people around the world.

Episode drops September 23rd. Part 2 with follows in two weeks.

At IYF, visuals do more than just make our work look polished. They are a vital tool for turning complex global data into clear calls to action, amplifying youth voices, and bringing our mission to life.

Whether we are designing resources for career readiness, illustrating the impact of digital training programs, or sharing success stories from our network across the globe, effective design helps us scale opportunities for the next generation. We’re proud to join the milestone celebration as one of one million nonprofits around the world designing with . 🌍🚀

Not "leaders of tomorrow"—leaders of right now. 🔥

For too long, programs have been designed *for* young people instead of *with* them. But the magic happens when we step back, hand over the mic, and let younger generations lead the way for themselves.

That's why at IYF, we center youth voices by giving young people direct opportunities to help design, shape, and lead the programs themselves. Because nobody knows the roadmap better than the ones walking it.

Learn more at the link in bio.

What does it take to prepare the next generation of workforce leaders? Start with 354 passionate teachers and a whole lot of dedication.

A few weeks ago in Arequipa, we celebrated the Teacher Certification and Results Presentation Ceremony for the Jóvenes Innovadores and Equip Youth Peru programs. As we hit the midpoint of implementation, we couldn't be prouder of what we've built together.

Here’s a look at what we’ve accomplished so far:
✅ 13+ technical institutes from across Arequipa's provinces onboard
✅ 354 amazing teachers trained in our methodologies (Logistics, IT, and Passport to Success!)
✅ 6,000+ students already on their learning journeys

We also want to give a massive shoutout to our dedicated team for making this happen, plus celebrate our brand-new trainers certified through our latest Training of Teachers sessions! 👏

We’re so excited to keep moving forward and opening doors for the next generation. Drop a 🚀 in the comments to cheer on our educators!

The Data infrastructure industry is growing faster than the workforce prepared to fill it, and we are ready to help build the pipeline!

We are so excited to team up with the Equinix Foundation to support its Pathways to Tech program. Together, we are taking a proven program—which has already reached over 1,300 students worldwide—and scaling it to bring exciting careers in data center operations to thousands more young people across the globe.

Tap the link in our bio to read the full press release and learn more about our new partnership.

Skills stick when you actually get to use them. 💡

Like all of us, young people grow by putting ideas into practice—tackling real challenges, collaborating with peers, and gaining insight from experience.

Hands-on opportunities bring learning to life. They build confidence, spark new interests, strengthen workplace skills, and reveal just how far talent can go.

At IYF, we create space to learn by doing, enabling young people to turn skills into experience—and experience into opportunity.

Learn more in our latest blog. 🚀