Enabling young leaders to own their futures , Mastercard Foundation invests in African and Canadian youth providing vital opportunities to learn and prosper
MASTERCARD FOUNDATION
Enabling young leaders to own their futures , Mastercard Foundation invests in African and Canadian youth providing vital opportunities to learn and prosper
Everyone deserves the opportunity to learn and prosper . Working with visionary organisations , the Mastercard Foundation is one of the world ’ s largest enablers of providing access to dignified and fulfilling work for young people in Africa and Indigenous communities in Canada .
“ We want a world where young people are included and are thriving and their leadership and contributions matter ,” says Mastercard Foundation . “ A future where young people are driving transformative change and achieving their full potential .”
Bringing together the private sector , donors , young people and civil society , Mastercard Foundation is a developer of effective ecosystems and infrastructure , as well as a supporter of policies and an environment where young people can find work and entrepreneurs can succeed and grow .
Education , women and employment Working in 33 countries across Africa , the Mastercard Foundation has a three-step longterm plan for its operating areas :
• Improve the quality of education and vocational training to equip young people with the skills employers need
• Leverage technology to connect employers and job seekers , as well as drive growth
• Enable entrepreneurs and small businesses to expand through access to financial services
166 December 2023