USAID YouthPower FY 21 Q3 Progress Report

The activity began on March 26, 2017, and is set to conclude on March 25, 2022. The total award amount for the activity is $23,577,013. The activity is implemented in several countries, including Jordan, with a focus on promoting youth empowerment, education, and economic opportunities. The activity is led by Global Communities, with Angie Haddad serving as the Contract Officer Representative. Peter Tyliszczak, from Global Communities, submitted the quarterly progress report to USAID on July 15, 2021. Key achievements during the third quarter of fiscal year 2021 include the establishment of a Youth Advisory Council (YAC II) and the launch of the Youth Network Portal (YNP). The YAC II is a platform for young people to provide input and guidance on the activity's implementation, while the YNP is an online platform that connects young people with resources, opportunities, and networks. The activity also made significant progress in community outreach and youth engagement, with a focus on promoting gender equality and social inclusion. The activity's community mapping efforts helped identify areas of need and opportunity, and the Youth Innovation Fund provided support to young people with innovative ideas and projects. The activity's performance review highlighted several areas of success, including the establishment of partnerships with local organizations and the development of a robust monitoring and evaluation system. However, the review also identified areas for improvement, including the need for more effective communication and outreach to stakeholders. The activity's quarterly progress report highlights several key achievements, including the launch of the Engage Game, a platform that promotes youth engagement and participation. The report also highlights the activity's efforts to promote learning and further education, including the establishment of an internship program and the development of training materials. The activity's geographic focus is on Jordan, with a focus on promoting youth empowerment and economic opportunities. The activity's timeframes are from April 1, 2021, to June 30, 2021, with a focus on implementing the activity's objectives and achieving its goals. The activity's recommendations for the next quarter include continuing to promote community outreach and youth engagement, as well as strengthening partnerships with local organizations. The activity also recommends continuing to develop and implement effective monitoring and evaluation systems, as well as promoting learning and further education opportunities for young people. The activity's annexes provide additional information on the activity's progress, including indicator performance tracking tables, geographic data reporting, and summaries of training activities. The annexes also provide information on the activity's innovation fund, self-efficacy assessment, and community mapping activities.