LOCATION: Nigeria
A dynamic technical training initiative designed by Oando Foundation to empower young Nigerians with essential, hands-on skills in the green economy. The Green Youth Upskilling Program (GYUP) is a forward-looking initiative powered by The Oando Foundation, with Nigeria Climate Innovation Center as a key implementing partner. It is designed to prepare young Nigerians for emerging opportunities in the green economy.
ELIGIBILITY:
The Green Youth Upskilling Program aims to empower 25 young individuals who demonstrate the potential to thrive in green and technical sectors.
The target beneficiaries must meet the following demographic and professional profile:
Age Range: 20–35 years old
Location: Residents of Lagos State
Background: Foundational technical knowledge or experience in areas like solar energy, electrical work, mechanical trades, recycling, or climate-smart agriculture is an added advantage, but not mandatory. Passion and willingness to learn are key.
Applicant must:
Be Nigerian citizens within the specified age bracket.
Have completed a minimum of secondary education (SSCE).
Show strong interest in advancing their technical capacity within the green economy.
Be available to fully participate in the training program (including all in-person or virtual sessions).
Submit all required application documents within the stated timeline.
It is an added advantage to have some exposure or experience in technical or green-related fields (e.g., through volunteering, self-learning, or informal work experience).
BENEFIT:
Training in green skills such as renewable energy, recycling innovation, sustainable farming, and climate tech.
Access to mentors and ecosystem leaders.
Grant opportunities to launch green ventures.
Visibility and support to grow their solutions.
Community and peer networking with other green youth leaders.
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