We’ve curated a starter set of resources to help you get familiar with the global Opportunity Youth population, as well as better understand GOYN’s approaches in improving the economic and civic inclusion of OY.

Benefit from GOYN’s extensive learning to date through a sampling of case studies, learning briefs, and research below, alongside a selection of external sources for broader global data. To investigate further, dig into our Learning Lab, and check back regularly for additional assets to explore.

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GOYN Learning Series

• GOYN Learning Report (2nd Edition)
• Collaborative Infrastructure (Learning Brief)
• Ecosystem Mapping for Youth Employment (Learning Brief)
• Youth Engagement (Learning Brief)
• Connecting Rural Youth to Opportunities: The Critical Role of Youth Hubs (GOYN Ramgarh & Barwani Case Study)
• Working with Employers to Build More Inclusive Workplaces for OY (GOYN São Paulo Case Study)
• Youth Civic Engagement: Identifying the Right Moment (GOYN Mombasa Case Study)

GOYN Resources

• Youth Innovation Fund Design Thinking Toolkit and Handbook (developed in partnership with Accenture)
• Youth Financial Inclusion Report
• FinYouth: Scaling Effective Financing Mechanisms for Youth Employment and Entrepreneurship (Executive Summary)

External Resources

• Opportunity Youth Forum (the Aspen Institute)
• Solutions for Youth Employment (World Bank)
• The Future of Jobs Report 2025 (World Economic Forum)
• World Employment and Social Outlook: Trends 2025 (International Labour Organization)