YouLead is a dynamic brand that aims to empower youth in Sri Lanka by providing technical and vocational education and training. Supported by the U. S.

Government's development agency, USAID, as well as the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation, YouLead is a USD 18 million program implemented by IESC. The brand offers a range of products and services to support and strengthen students, teachers, institutions, and entrepreneurs. For students, YouLead focuses on educating youth in the vocational skills demanded by the market, partnering with the private sector to create a world-class workforce, and providing training and tools for career counselors.

For teachers, YouLead focuses on developing better curricula, training trainers in effective teaching methods, and promoting apprenticeship and on-the-job training. The brand also seeks to build sustainable capacity in Sri Lanka's vocational institutions and workplace training centers. For entrepreneurs, YouLead offers support in running their own enterprises, including skills training, inclusive accelerators, and mentorship programs.

Overall, YouLead works towards creating a future where youth are empowered with industry-relevant skills in a competitive economy, bridging the gap between the availability and requirement of skilled labor in the current labor market