READ: While #digital technology holds the promise of building an inclusive world, it can be inherently exclusive unless the barriers to the digital divide are addressed. Learn more: youthimpactlabs.medium.com/does-digital-t… #YouthEmploymnet #TechInnovation #Tech4Development

3. We’re developing #mentorship and networking programs like MicroMentor + Youth Impact Labs_East Africa. These will help to improve the odds for young people entering a discouraging job market, where opportunities have become even more scarce in the economic wake of the COVID‑19 crisis.

While #digital technology holds the promise of building an inclusive world, it can be inherently exclusive unless the barriers to the digital divide are addressed. Learn more in this great piece by Enock Wangila, our Partnerships Analyst Youth Impact Labs_East Africa youthimpactlabs.medium.com/does-digital-t…

A Thank you message from Mercy Corps - Europe to our global community of partners, donors, and supporters Due to your generous support, the Mercy Corps team of 6,000 plus has been able to spring into action to address the urgent challenges communities are facing due to #COVID19.

The pandemic has highlighted the precarious nature of the #GigEconomy worker‑company relationship. Here's what we're doing to make things better for those in the informal sector. bit.ly/33cWmKr

The use of technology has had myriad benefits during the #COVID19 pandemic. Our #YouthImpactLabs team gives 6 ways #digital platforms can make the most of this opportunity and accelerate growth. Youth Impact Labs_East Africa bit.ly/3k07WOT

Have you heard of our #YouthImpactLabs? A global initiative to test creative, technology-enabled solutions to tackle global #YouthUnemployment, so every young person has the opportunity for dignified, purposeful work. 1/2

“Most innovations that have been piloted and commercialised under the Youth Impact Labs programme have shown great resilience in the wake of #COVID19.” says Jerioth Mwaura, Project Lead, Youth Impact Labs. 2/2

How can employment services help improve the quality of #employment in the formal economy in the Sub Saharan Africa, Middle East and North Africa regions? Check out this International Labour Organization working paper to find out: bit.ly/3hI6FME YouMatch

Application deadline: 1st February 2021. In case of any questions or clarifications drop us an email on [email protected] ( Share & Retweet this thread widely ) SHOFCO YAC NAIROBI Youth Impact Labs_East Africa

Lynk, the Kenyan platform connecting blue-collar professionals and skilled workers in the informal sector to employment opportunities. With Lynk, users can bid on suitable jobs and offer their products and services. Source: Youth Impact Labs_East Africa Watch: builtinafrica.io/videos/lynk-ke…

As the world continues to digitise, we must find ways to create more inclusive opportunities for work through technology. Our colleague from Youth Impact Labs_East Africa explains how it can be done 👇 youthimpactlabs.medium.com/does-digital-t…

Brenda's honey business Bree's Bees Honey was able to expand since partnering w/ #ecommerce platform herdy fresh - Supporting women & youth who make up the majority of her suppliers along the way. That's what Youth Impact Labs_East Africa is all about! 👏🏾 Read more: bit.ly/3efwWlM

It's 3 days away! As a hub, how do you measure the impact of your programs? What tools are available in the market to gauge the effectiveness of these programs? Join us on the 23rd April,11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m to discuss Measuring Impact for hubs Register bit.ly/MeasuringImpac…

Job Opportunity - ASSEK is hiring a Member Engagement Officer! Apply before the 7th of May 2021 by clicking on this link bit.ly/ASSEKMemberEng…

Are you excited to hear about the potential of cryptocurrency in reducing payment barriers for digital workers in Africa? Please vote for our panel at the Sankalp Africa Forum. Takes 10 seconds events.sankalpforum.com/event/dd87dcc2… Mercy Corps #futureofwork #digitalwork #jobtech Mercy Corps Kenya

One of our programmes is on track to share learnings at the Sankalp Africa Forum. Vote for it via the link below. Voting closes today events.sankalpforum.com/event/dd87dcc2… Mercy Corps Kenya Mercy Corps Mercy Corps - Europe Mercy Corps Netherlands