Empowering Young Africans to Grow Africa | Lady Comfort Ocran

Youth Development & Empowerment - The organization aims to empower a new generation of young people to take control of their destiny and create change in their communities [4] - Statistics indicate a significant youth population in Africa, with 400 million (million) young people aged 15-35, projected to double to 800 million (million) by 2050 [4][5] - In Ghana, approximately 13 million (million) young people aged 15-35, with only one in three employed, highlighting a significant challenge [5] Springboard Rosho Foundation's Initiatives - Springboard Rosho Foundation engages young people by providing hope and ideas, focusing on entrepreneurship, financial literacy, mentorship, and career guidance [6][7] - The foundation has impacted the lives of over 800,000 (thousand) young people through its programs [7] - The organization partners with institutions like Mastercard Foundation and MTN to deliver programs such as the Ghana Growth Program [7][13] Success Stories & Impact - The organization highlights success stories of individuals like Michael, a former yogurt seller who pursued education and became a manager, demonstrating the power of belief [8][9][10][11] - Another example is Thomas, who established a private primary school in his community after being inspired by the program, showcasing the power of boldness [11][12][13] Ghana Growth Program - The Ghana Growth Program focuses on opportunities in the extended value chain for agriculture and at vet [14] - The program has a presence in all 16 regional capitals and 48 districts, reaching 440,000 (thousand) young men, women, and persons with disabilities [14][15]