The Youth Desk is a strategic initiative designed to connect organized youth groups with appropriate financing opportunities. It was established to provide post-programme support to youth groups that successfully complete the three-year YIKE capacity-building programme, ensuring a smoother transition to sustainability and independence.
Key Activities
- Provision of revolving funds and credit
- Skills sharpening in seeking funding
- Grant and loan application support
Impact
Over KES 14 million invested, supporting over 30 youth/women groups and 300+ individual beneficiaries to start businesses.
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