Youth At Work Inc. (YAWI) is a registered NGO in Papua New Guinea dedicated to Positive Youth Development and Education for All. Since 2017, we have empowered young people with skills, education support, leadership training, digital literacy, and community-driven opportunities—helping them build confident, self-sustained futures in line with PNG Vision 2050.
Youth At Work Inc. (YAWI) is a registered NGO in Papua New Guinea dedicated to Positive Youth Development and Education for All. Since 2017, we have empowered young people with skills, education support, leadership training, digital literacy, and community-driven opportunities—helping them build confident, self-sustained futures in line with PNG Vision 2050.
Empowering every young person in PNG with the skills, mindset, and opportunities to build a better future for themselves and their communities.
Youth At Work Inc. (YAWI) is a registered NGO established in 2016 with a mission to uplift young people across Papua New Guinea through Positive Youth Development (PYD) and Education for All (EFA). Guided by the PNG Vision 2050 Human Capital Development pillar, we work to strengthen youth-serving systems, support education, and create meaningful opportunities for young people to grow, learn, and thrive.
At Youth At Work Inc. (YAWI), we design and deliver youth-centered programs that empower young people with the skills, knowledge, and opportunities they need to thrive in the 21st century. Our work focuses on strengthening education, promoting positive youth engagement, building capacity, supporting youth-led enterprises, and fostering safe and inclusive communities.
Youth At Work Inc. (YAWI) is driven by a strong commitment to transforming the lives of young people across Papua New Guinea. What sets us apart is our holistic approach—combining education, skills development, empowerment, and community collaboration—to create real and sustainable impact.
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You give but little when you give of your possessions. It is when you give of yourself that you truly give.
Youth At Work Inc. (YAWI) delivers a wide range of youth-centered programs designed to strengthen education, build capacity, promote safer communities, and create meaningful pathways for youth to succeed. Through partnerships with local schools, communities, and development organizations, we implement activities that inspire learning, leadership, and long-term positive impact across Papua New Guinea.
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The youth workshops delivered by YAWI transformed our community. Young people gained confidence, leadership skills, and a positive mindset for their future.
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YAWI’s financial literacy training opened new opportunities for many young people. The sessions were practical, empowering, and incredibly valuable for our youth.
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YAWI’s programs helped our students improve their reading skills and confidence. Their support brought real change to our school and inspired learners across every class.