The Light for the World “We Can Work” Narrative Competition 2024 for Young Storytellers. LIGHT FOR THE WORLD Mastercard Foundation The “We Can Work” Narrative competition is a platform for young individuals with disabilities to express themselves creatively. bit.ly/3JRNQpt

Ifeanyichukwu Ezinmadu wasn’t sure his application to study music as a Mastercard Foundation Scholar would be accepted. Now, he’s part of the Scholar’s community, pursuing his goals with a cohort of young leaders working to shape Africa’s future. Watch more here:…

We have partnered with Kifiya Financial Tech on the Sustainable Access to Finance to Enable Entrepreneurship (SAFEE) program, which aims to drive the creation of jobs for 2.18 million vulnerable young people who are traditionally excluded from accessing financial products. Learn more here:…

Today we celebrate #IndigenousNursesDay , honouring the invaluable contributions of Indigenous nurses to healthcare & their communities. Now is the time to transform healthcare so it embraces Indigenous knowledge and approaches to health & wellness.

When work is fulfilling and dignified, it has the power to reshape entire communities. What do the words “dignified and fulfilling work” mean to you?

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Gamification in education can increase student engagement and motivation by turning learning into a fun and interactive experience. Catch this month's episode of #EdtechMondays today, 6 May at 14h00 CAT on #DSTV410 .
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At the 2024 #GlobalIGS , Reeta Roy (Reeta Roy), President and CEO of the Mastercard Foundation, discussed the opportunities to prepare Africa's young workforce to thrive. Watch the full video here: ow.ly/bYOS50RxACy

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.National Bank of Ethiopia, the Mastercard Foundation, and First Consult have partnered on the National Financial Education Module for Youth and MSMEs to create a stronger economy by advancing financial literacy. Learn more here: ow.ly/Blqj50Rwlx7

Meet Hortense Umubyeyi, a Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program alum with an inspiring journey in her pursuit of higher #education and some advice for aspiring university students. Read her story here: ow.ly/qlBB50RwmnW

Young women are changing the narrative in the science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) sector. Here's what they had to say about what keeps them motivated in the male-dominated field.

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Women working in #agriculture in Ghana use #technology to support and scale their businesses. Find out more here: ow.ly/8vZN50RvVvC

“It’s about asking and it’s about listening. If you put it out there, it’s going to come right back,' Roy says. devex.com/news/inside-th…

📌Advice for aspiring Mastercard Foundation Scholars:

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Agriculture remains one of the main economic drivers for millions of people in West Africa. What investments can be made to unlock the potential of the continent's agro-industry for young entrepreneurs? Read more here: ow.ly/n7QT50RpFAc

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🎥 Today is the Canadian premiere of #SingingBackTheBuffalo at @hotdocs - a powerful and moving documentary by our partners at the International Buffalo Relations Institute! Immerse yourself in the incredible story of cultural revival and resilience. 🦬
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How can African governments integrate youth employment and entrepreneurship into the continent's green tech industry?

Read the report by the Africa Policy Research Institute (APRI - Africa Policy Research Institute) and the Mastercard Foundation here: ow.ly/3s8J50Rptni

The e-SHE program, in partnership with the Ministry of Education, Arizona State University (Arizona State University), Shayashone PLC, and the Mastercard Foundation, has launched five cutting-edge multimedia studios in public universities across Ethiopia. Read more here: ow.ly/uCSe50Rp5wV