10–19
Adolescents
Boys & girls
About SFYA
Youth-led by design.
Founded in 2020 in response to the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on young people, SFYA has grown from crisis response into a platform that equips young people to lead.
Our vision
An East Africa where adolescents, young people and women thrive and shape inclusive, resilient and prosperous communities.
Our mission
To equip adolescents, youth and women with skills, leadership opportunities and partnerships that advance their wellbeing, socioeconomic participation and community-led development.
Our values
Youth VoiceInclusionSafeguardingIntegrityInnovationPartnership
Who we serve
Opportunity belongs to everyone.
15–35
Youth
Women & men
All ages
Community
Inclusive community development
We prioritize those facing exclusion, disability, displacement or limited access to education and services.
Participation & safeguarding
Safe, meaningful participation.
- ✓ Age-appropriate activities
- ✓ Adolescent representation
- ✓ Safe participation spaces
- ✓ Child safeguarding
- ✓ Consent for participants under 18
- ✓ Disability-inclusive and accessible participation