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IYF Blog - Post by Matthew Hobson
In Nigeria, Investing in Local Businesses Benefits the Community
Matthew Hobson
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May 30, 2018
Leadership
Social Innovation
Read one young leader's reflections on entrepreneurship, investing in local businesses, and the power of youth voice..
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3 Takeaways from a STEAM Festival in Kazakhstan
Matthew Hobson
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May 30, 2018
Employment Education
STEM is about more than solving for X—it's a field of study that develops creativity, critical thinking, and other future-proof skills..
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Human Skills & Technical Know-How for the Future of Work
Matthew Hobson
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May 15, 2018
Employment Education
Life Skills
A combination of hard and soft skills will help workers thrive in an automated future workforce..
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At-Risk Youth Learn to Navigate Life on the Open Ocean
Matthew Hobson
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April 9, 2018
Livelihoods
Social Innovation
What does it mean to value youth voice? SailFuture's Michael Long, 26, shares his insights...
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New IYF Board Member Umran Beba on Inclusion in the Workplace
Matthew Hobson
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February 28, 2018
Leadership
Meet IYF's newest board member, a lifelong advocate for gender parity and inclusion. .
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