Youth development

Young people are an important part of strong and resilient communities. Peoples Hands Organization supports initiatives that help young people develop knowledge, skills, and opportunities for meaningful participation in education, employment, and community life.

Youth challenges

Barriers young people actually face

Young people may face challenges related to education, employment, skills, digital access, economic insecurity, and limited opportunities for participation. Our programmes aim to respond to identified needs through practical, community-based initiatives.

Our youth programs

What our activities may include

Depending on project objectives, activities may include:

  • Educational support
  • Skills development
  • Digital learning
  • Leadership activities
  • Career awareness
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Livelihood development
  • Community participation

Skills for the future

Practical, transferable skills

We support opportunities that can help young people build practical and transferable skills. These may include:

  • Communication
  • Digital skills
  • Leadership
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Problem-solving
  • Vocational skills

Youth in Eastern Sri Lanka

Where our youth work is focused

Our youth-focused work prioritizes communities where needs and opportunities have been identified through local engagement and project development.

Youth impact

Verified results, not estimates

To be confirmed

Young people supported

To be confirmed

Youth activities delivered

To be confirmed

Participants trained

All figures will be supported by project records before publishing — none have been added until they're confirmed.

Support youth development

You can support opportunities for young people through donations, partnerships, technical assistance, or volunteering.