Voices of the Youth: Hear from our Interns/Volunteers
YEFL Ghana as youth focused organization prides in the learning by doing principles, where young people are given the opportunity to lead initiatives. Over the years, YEFL-Ghana has engaged numerous young people as volunteers and interns who have worked with the organization hence, contributing to the vision of
‘Youth Leading Change’.
Young people always love to be given opportunities to share thus, we have compiled a few comments from some of our recent volunteers/interns on their journeys so far.
Hanifatu Hamza Gomda,
President of the Regional Youth Network;
“My engagement with YEFL Ghana has been so great that I have gain a lot of empowerment when it comes to branding myself and tackling issues surrounding my community and the staff of YEFL-Ghana are so open and easy going.”
Longi Adams
Volunteer
“Being part of Youth Empowerment for Leadership (YEFL-Ghana) has been transformative for me. It has equipped me with invaluable leadership skills, broadened my network, and inspired me to drive impactful change in my community. YEFL-Ghana has truly empowered me to be a proactive and confident leader.”
Tijani Hidayatu,
Project Intern
“An internship at YEFL-Ghana, suggested by a friend, marked a turning point. Initially apprehensive, I gained invaluable experience in youth mobilization, community engagement, project management, and media skills. YEFL-Ghana’s mentorship significantly contributed to my professional growth, and I am grateful for the opportunity to have been part of their team.”
Abdul Mutalib Safianu,
Project Intern
“As a project Intern at Youth Employment for Life (YEFLGhana), I've gained invaluable experience in youth empowerment. Working closely with project officers, I've contributed to project planning, implementation, and evaluation. I've developed strong communication and teamwork skills while actively participating in stakeholder engagement and community outreach. My key achievement has been contributing to a successful youth employment program, receiving positive feedback from the team. This internship has significantly enhanced my project management skills, deepened my understanding of youth employment in Ghana, and positioned me for a fulfilling career in youth development. I am grateful for this opportunity to learn and grow alongside the YEFL team.”
Hidaya Imore,
Student Intern from UDS
“My internship with YEFL Ghana gave me the opportunity to actively contribute to youth development through their youth focused activities like the training of young people to serve as climate reporters in their various communities to help combat climate change. This resonated in me a sense of purpose and fulfillment. The confidence and networking abilities I gained during my time at YEFL Ghana are indisputable and will last a lifetime. For the profound influence YEFL Ghana left on me, I will always be appreciative. Long live YEFL Ghana! ”
Mohammed Rahama,
Volunteer
“ Volunteering at YEFL-Ghana has gained me insights into effective program development, community engagement and the impact of mentorship. Additionally. I developed project management, communication and teamwork skills by collaborating with diverse groups to address youth challenges and create sustainable solutions”
Zakari Fathiaya,
Advocacy and Engagement Officer ,YEFL – Ghana
“My skills were honed during my internship at YEFL-Ghana, the parent organization of NRYN. YEFL provided professional development through internships and volunteerism, embracing a "learning by doing" principle and a vision of "Youth Leading Change." During my internship, I developed concept notes, conducted field activities, created budgets, wrote reports, and built my personal brand. These experiences opened many opportunities for me, leading to my recommendation for the Advocacy and Engagement Officer role at YEFL-Ghana. I owe my success to YEFL's mission and vision.”
We cherish feedback from the young people we work with and for. These feedbacks solidify our learning by doing approach as a way to strengthen the capacity of young people in the corporate and development space.
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