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IYF Blog - Posts in Life Skills
Why Life Skills Matter on Kenya’s Construction Sites
Elizabeth Wanja
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March 22, 2017
Employment Education
Life Skills
One initiative is preparing local young men and women with the full skill set that meets employer needs and can propel them to success..
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She’s the First Woman at This Vehicle Repair Company in Palestine
Narmeen Fayyaleh
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March 21, 2017
Employment Education
Life Skills
When this company hired 21-year-old Nouran, management recognized the need to invest in the practical amenities necessary to bring on women staff members and create a welcoming environment..
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How Youth in Southern Morocco Are Serving Their Community
Nina Minadakis
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March 13, 2017
Leadership
Life Skills
Youth in Foum el Oued are improving their community’s well-being by taking matters into their own hands..
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For This STEM Student in Kazakhstan, Clean Energy from the Moon Isn't Sci-Fi
Nurzhan Amangossov
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March 8, 2017
Life Skills
Livelihoods
To the layperson, using a laser to beam energy from the moon to earth sounds like science fiction..
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Life Skills Training Sets Young Woman Motor Mechanic Apart
Kim R. McCormick
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January 17, 2017
Employment Education
Life Skills
Thumeka has always loved working on cars, and now she's making it her career..
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