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Generation Unlimited

We're on a mission to skill and connect the world's 1.8 billion youth to opportunity. We bring governments, corporations, multilateral agencies, civil society organizations and foundations together with young people to deliver programs and impact at scale

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The world faces an urgent challenge: 1.8 billion young people are standing on the brink of adulthood. Yet their futures are threatened by a lack of skills and opportunities, putting their very prospects for dignified lives at risk.

A staggering 60% of young people are projected to lack essential skills by 2030. The long-term impacts of this crisis will ripple through our economies, communities, and societies, deepening inequality and locking young people out of the opportunities they need to build a better life.

The time to act is now!

Unlocking opportunities for young people today means 1.8 billion reasons to be hopeful about tomorrow

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Glocal Solutions

Our tried-and-tested solutions – delivered together with government donors, private sector, and young people – are designed for transformational change

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GenU Around The World

GenU is active in 89 geographically diverse countries, with young people steering the agenda in each of their countries.

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Our Priorities

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Connectivity

Supporting young people's equitable access to the digital sphere and all the opportunities that it offers.

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Entrepreneurship

Boosting entrepreneurial skills and opportunities for young people

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Employment

Ramping up access to world-class digital skilling solutions & livelihood opportunities

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Social Impact

Supporting young people as change-makers and co-creators of solutions

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Green Skills for Net-Zero Amidst the 'Polycrisis'

Green skills are crucial for reaching climate goals. Get our key takeaways from the Davos Summit 2023.

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Young people from Syria Develop Smart Cane

The smart cane can detect horizontal and vertical obstacles, inform the cane’s holder of their location and guides them to their desired destination.

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Advocating with Young People for a Just Transition

Empowering Youth Through Green Skills and Opportunities for a Sustainable and Equitable Future

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