Our Commitment
YWE SDGs
YWE Contributes to
The Following Sustainable Development Goals
SDG 1
No Poverty
YWE empowers young women entrepreneurs with business skills, mentorship, and resources. For example, through the Leadership Development Training and Top 50 YWE Programme, over 3,000 women have benefited directly or indirectly reducing financial dependence.
SDG 3
Good Health and Well-being
SDG 4
Quality Education
Through structured programmes such as Coffee with YWE and Kijana Amka Changamkia Fursa, young women gain practical knowledge in marketing, financial literacy, and digital skills providing quality, non-formal education opportunities.
SDG 5
Gender Equality
This is at the heart of YWE’s mission. The Top 50 YWE Recognition Programme celebrates women leaders.
SDG 8
Decent Work & Economic Growth
YWE equips members with skills and resources to start or grow businesses, creating jobs and livelihoods. Over 50 million TZS has been invested in training and workshops.
SDG 9
Industry, Innovation & Infrastructure
YWE supports innovation by exposing women to digital tools and formalisation strategies.
SDG 10
Reduced Inequalities
By focusing on young women, YWE reduces access gaps in economic opportunity and education.
SDG 16
Peace, Justice & Strong Institutions
YWE participates in government meetings to advocate for better policy and reduced business barriers for women.
SDG 17
Peace, Justice & Strong Institutions
YWE collaborates with organisations like ABWCI and participates in global forums, such as COMFWB and AGRA Africa workshops.