About Youth for Change Network
A youth-led organization established to promote youth economic empowerment as a pathway to sustainable development in Malawi.
Our Background
Youth for Change Network (YCN) is founded on the belief that economically empowered youth are critical drivers of social inclusion, environmental stewardship, and national development.
We work closely with communities, schools, institutions, and strategic partners to design and implement programs that enhance youth employability, entrepreneurship, productivity, and income generation.
Legal Status
Youth for Change Network (YCN) is a fully registered youth-led organization under the Trustees Incorporation Act of Malawi.
Our registration underscores our commitment to institutional accountability, transparency, and legal compliance. We operate within the legal framework of Malawi to ensure that our programs and partnerships are built on a foundation of trust and professional integrity.
Malawi 2063 Alignment
Contributing to the Malawi 2063 Vision and the First 10-Year Implementation Plan (MIP I).
Human Capital Development (Pillar 1)
By building entrepreneurial, vocational, financial, and life skills that enhance youth productivity, employability, and innovation.
Private Sector Dynamism
Through support to youth-led enterprises, green businesses, cooperatives, and income-generating activities that contribute to local economic growth.
Environmental Sustainability
By promoting climate-smart livelihoods, clean energy solutions, and green enterprises that create jobs while protecting natural resources.
Gender, Youth, and Social Inclusion
By ensuring equitable access to economic opportunities for women, girls, persons with disabilities, and marginalized youth.
Good Governance and Civic Engagement
By strengthening youth participation in economic decision-making, community development initiatives, and accountable leadership structures.
Our Core Values
Youth-Centered Economic Empowerment
Accountability & Transparency
Inclusion & Equity
Community Ownership
Sustainability
Integrity & Collaboration
Message from the Founder
Welcome to Youth for Change Network (YCN)! At YCN, we believe in the power of young people to transform communities. Our mission is to empower youth, promote education, protect the environment, support inclusive health, and create opportunities for economic growth.
Wiseman Nyondo
Founder & Executive Director