W. A. V.

E, which stands for West Africa Vocational Education, is a brand that aims to rewire the education-to-employment ecosystem and level the playing field for underserved African youth. They offer programs and services that focus on getting young people work-ready and helping employers find talented individuals for their businesses. With their proven model, W.

A. V. E identifies self-motivated and underserved youth who are willing to learn and succeed.

They provide these young individuals with demand-driven training in industry-relevant skills such as effective communication and problem-solving. W. A.

V. E then matches these work-ready youth with their network of employer partners and provides post-training support through workshops and mentorship. Over the past 10 years, W.

A. V. E has made a significant impact, partnering with over 30 growth partners and supporting a network of over 5,000 job seekers.

Their efforts have resulted in an impressive over 70% employment rate among their alumni, and a threefold income transformation one year post-training. By building an ecosystem that supports skills development and increased incomes, W. A.

V. E is working towards leveling the playing field for underserved African youth and creating a world where every young African has the opportunity to become what they imagine