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Locally Led Action is a locally rooted, community-led humanitarian and development organisation established in Somalia on 21 December 2022. We exist to advance a different way of doing humanitarian and development work—one that places local people, knowledge, leadership and decision-making at the centre of change.

Youth Power Rising – Youth Empowerment & Participation

By Locally
10 September' 2025
5 min read

Young people are not just the leaders of tomorrow—they are the change-makers of today. In many communities, however, youth face limited opportunities for education, employment, and participation in decision-making. This leaves them vulnerable to negative influences such as crime, extremism, or hopelessness. Our Youth Empowerment and Participation program seeks to change this narrative by unlocking the full potential of young people.

We begin by providing skills development opportunities tailored to youth needs. From vocational training in trades like carpentry or tailoring to modern skills like coding and entrepreneurship, we equip young people with tools that open doors to meaningful livelihoods. These opportunities not only create income but also boost confidence and self-worth.

Youth participation is central to our approach. We create platforms for young people to engage in community decision-making, governance, and peacebuilding initiatives. By involving youth in civic life, we ensure their voices are heard and their energy is directed toward constructive change.

Mentorship and leadership development are also key. Through workshops, training camps, and peer networks, we connect young people with role models who inspire and guide them. This helps foster a culture of leadership, accountability, and social responsibility among the next generation.

Donors who invest in youth are investing in the long-term future of entire communities. Empowered youth are less vulnerable, more innovative, and better equipped to lead societies toward peace, prosperity, and resilience. Together, we can help young people turn potential into progress.
Young people are not just the leaders of tomorrow—they are the change-makers of today. In many communities, however, youth face limited opportunities for education, employment, and participation in decision-making. This leaves them vulnerable to negative influences such as crime, extremism, or hopelessness. Our Youth Empowerment and Participation program seeks to change this narrative by unlocking the full potential of young people.

We begin by providing skills development opportunities tailored to youth needs. From vocational training in trades like carpentry or tailoring to modern skills like coding and entrepreneurship, we equip young people with tools that open doors to meaningful livelihoods. These opportunities not only create income but also boost confidence and self-worth.

Youth participation is central to our approach. We create platforms for young people to engage in community decision-making, governance, and peacebuilding initiatives. By involving youth in civic life, we ensure their voices are heard and their energy is directed toward constructive change.

Mentorship and leadership development are also key. Through workshops, training camps, and peer networks, we connect young people with role models who inspire and guide them. This helps foster a culture of leadership, accountability, and social responsibility among the next generation.

Donors who invest in youth are investing in the long-term future of entire communities. Empowered youth are less vulnerable, more innovative, and better equipped to lead societies toward peace, prosperity, and resilience. Together, we can help young people turn potential into progress.

Young people are not just the leaders of tomorrow—they are the change-makers of today. In many communities, however, youth face limited opportunities for education, employment, and participation in decision-making. This leaves them vulnerable to negative influences such as crime, extremism, or hopelessness. Our Youth Empowerment and Participation program seeks to change this narrative by unlocking the full potential of young people.

We begin by providing skills development opportunities tailored to youth needs. From vocational training in trades like carpentry or tailoring to modern skills like coding and entrepreneurship, we equip young people with tools that open doors to meaningful livelihoods. These opportunities not only create income but also boost confidence and self-worth.

Youth participation is central to our approach. We create platforms for young people to engage in community decision-making, governance, and peacebuilding initiatives. By involving youth in civic life, we ensure their voices are heard and their energy is directed toward constructive change.

Mentorship and leadership development are also key. Through workshops, training camps, and peer networks, we connect young people with role models who inspire and guide them. This helps foster a culture of leadership, accountability, and social responsibility among the next generation.

Donors who invest in youth are investing in the long-term future of entire communities. Empowered youth are less vulnerable, more innovative, and better equipped to lead societies toward peace, prosperity, and resilience. Together, we can help young people turn potential into progress.
Young people are not just the leaders of tomorrow—they are the change-makers of today. In many communities, however, youth face limited opportunities for education, employment, and participation in decision-making. This leaves them vulnerable to negative influences such as crime, extremism, or hopelessness. Our Youth Empowerment and Participation program seeks to change this narrative by unlocking the full potential of young people.

We begin by providing skills development opportunities tailored to youth needs. From vocational training in trades like carpentry or tailoring to modern skills like coding and entrepreneurship, we equip young people with tools that open doors to meaningful livelihoods. These opportunities not only create income but also boost confidence and self-worth.

Youth participation is central to our approach. We create platforms for young people to engage in community decision-making, governance, and peacebuilding initiatives. By involving youth in civic life, we ensure their voices are heard and their energy is directed toward constructive change.

Mentorship and leadership development are also key. Through workshops, training camps, and peer networks, we connect young people with role models who inspire and guide them. This helps foster a culture of leadership, accountability, and social responsibility among the next generation.

Donors who invest in youth are investing in the long-term future of entire communities. Empowered youth are less vulnerable, more innovative, and better equipped to lead societies toward peace, prosperity, and resilience. Together, we can help young people turn potential into progress.