We Support The Global Goals

Educational scholarships, vocational training, and mentorship programs for youth aging out of orphanages and foster care can align with several Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), addressing various aspects of their well-being and reducing vulnerabilities. The relevant SDGs include:

  1. SDG 1: No Poverty: Educational scholarships and vocational training can equip youth with skills necessary for employment, contributing to poverty reduction and economic empowerment.

  2. SDG 4: Quality Education: Providing scholarships and educational opportunities supports the goal of ensuring inclusive and quality education for all.

  3. SDG 5: Gender Equality: Mentorship programs can address gender-specific challenges and contribute to empowering young women, reducing the risk of them becoming victims of the sex trade.

  4. SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth: Educational and vocational programs align with the goal of promoting sustained, inclusive, and sustainable economic growth, as well as providing opportunities for decent work.

  5. SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities: Supporting youth aging out of orphanages aims to reduce inequalities by providing them with equal access to education, mentorship, and vocational training.

  6. SDG 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions: Mentorship programs can contribute to creating a supportive environment, reducing the likelihood of youth engaging in criminal activities.

  7. SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals: Collaborative efforts between governments, NGOs, and private organizations to provide scholarships, vocational training, and mentorship involve partnerships, contributing to achieving the overarching SDGs.

It's important to note that these programs address a complex set of challenges faced by youth transitioning out of care, and the interconnected nature of the SDGs emphasizes the need for a comprehensive and multidimensional approach. By addressing education, economic empowerment, gender equality, and social support, these initiatives aim to break the cycle of vulnerability that can lead to homelessness, criminality, and exploitation.