Impact Blog
Practical advice for young people, lessons for employers and partners, and news from our programmes.
From internships and real-world projects to mentorship, organisations have an opportunity to help young people gain practical experience while developing the talent, ideas, and capabilities they need to grow.
Jun 26, 2026 · 17 min read
Academic qualifications remain important, but the ability to communicate, solve problems, work with others, and adapt to change can make a significant difference when transitioning from education into employment.
From a pilot with 16 young Cameroonians to a growing youth development organisation, our journey has challenged many of our early assumptions about skills, access to opportunity, and what it takes to build programmes that create lasting value.
Artificial intelligence is changing the skills employers need and the tasks traditionally assigned to new graduates. As these changes gather pace, understanding how to work with AI could become an important part of preparing for the future of work.
The partnership will connect young people in Cameroon with experienced professionals through a structured 10-week mentorship programme focused on career readiness, professional development, and access to opportunity.