Empowering Youth, Transforming Futures

Who We Are

The Youth Impact Training Programme (YITP) is a short, practical training programme that prepares young people for success in business, employment, and personal development. Our approach includes:

• Training in 21st-century knowledge & soft skills
• Business mentorship from industry experts
• Opportunities for apprenticeship
• Expert guidance on youth challenges

Our Origin & Mission

The Youth Impact Training Programme (YITP) was founded as part of the Narrow Passes’ Youth Impact Forum, an initiative that helps young people solve real-world challenges. The forum came to life under Success Afrika, a Pan-African digital media platform sharing positive African stories.

Our Mission:

• Empower young people through training, mentorship, and networking
• Help youth become problem solvers, entrepreneurs, and leaders

Our Impact & Initiatives

The Youth Impact Training Programme (YITP) is part of the Youth Impact Media Initiative (YIMI), which extends our mission through media and partnerships.

Our Flagship Products:

• 📺 The Youth Impact Show – Engaging discussions on youth Agendas
• 🎤 The Youth Impact Forum – A space for learning & networking
• 🌍 The Youth Impact Summit – Large-scale leadership & career event
• 🎓 The Youth Impact Training Programme (YITP) – Our core training initiative
• Youth Impact awards Celebrating the youth who transform communities and shape the world

Our Contribution to Global Goals

The Youth Impact Training Programme (YITP) actively supports the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs):

• ✅ SDG 1: No Poverty – Helping youth gain financial independence
• ✅ SDG 5: Gender Equality – Equal access to training & mentorship
• ✅ SDG 8: Decent Work & Economic Growth – Preparing young professionals & entrepreneurs

How We Are Funded & Our Partners

Funding Sources:

• Registration fees
• Grants & donations
• Partnerships with NGOs, companies, and governments

Why Partner With Us?

• Access to a Pool of Skilled Young Talent with Green Skills for All
• Strengthening brand's Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), Environmental, Social, & Governance (ESG) and Social Impact (SI)
• Gain visibility through our platforms and programmes
• Contribute to Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
• Collaborate on Innovative Youth Programs
• Network with Industry Experts & Change-Makers
• Influence the next generation of leaders
• Flexible partnership opportunities
• Funding, mentorship, resource sharing and sponsorship
• Leverage our youth network for business growth
• Support youth empowerment & education