Location & Theme: Lusaka & Central Province, Zambia • Research
Summary: Produced evidence-based policy briefs to guide the government on youth inclusion in climate-smart agriculture.
Details: 120 youth surveyed; 4 regional focus groups; 3 policy briefs published and presented to the Ministry of Agriculture.
Budget: $25,000 (UNDP Youth Research Grant)
Outcomes: 3 briefs adopted into district agriculture action plans; 40% of surveyed youth reported increased confidence in advocacy.
Partners: UNDP, University of Zambia
Quote: “Being part of the study gave us a voice with policymakers. We felt heard for the first time.” — Esther Tekela, Youth Farmer
View EvidenceLocation & Theme: Mongu & Limulunga • SRHR
Summary: Youth-led peer education and clinic referral system for adolescents.
Details: 20 peer educators trained; 10 rural clinics supported; mobile outreach sessions conducted.
Budget: $18,000 (AmplifyChange Small Grant)
Outcomes: 1,200 adolescents reached; 250 clinic referrals completed; stigma towards SRHR discussions reduced.
Partners: District Health Office, local schools
Quote: “The club sessions made me comfortable enough to visit the clinic. I no longer feel ashamed.” — Lydia, Student
View EvidenceLocation & Theme: Sioma & Senanga • Investments
Summary: Piloted solar-powered irrigation systems for youth-led agribusinesses.
Details: 6 irrigation units installed; 25 youth trained in solar maintenance; cooperative business model piloted.
Budget: $65,000 (African Development Foundation)
Outcomes: Crop yields increased by 60%; cooperative generated $9,800 in first harvest sales.
Partners: Rural Electrification Authority, ADDF
Quote: “Now we farm all year round. It’s not just survival, it's a business.” — Kasote, Youth Farmer
View EvidenceLocation & Theme: Barotse Floodplain • Conservation
Summary: Community-led climate clubs engaged in tree planting and climate resilience campaigns.
Details: 8,000 seedlings planted across schools and floodplain villages; 12 climate clubs established.
Budget: $70,000 (WWF–KAZA Youth Grant)
Outcomes: 7 ha reforested; 800 youth engaged in climate action; reduced flood vulnerability reported in schools.
Partners: WWF Zambia, Barotse Royal Establishment
Quote: “We planted trees where floods used to wash away our fields. Now, roots are holding the soil together.” — Patrick, Club Leader
View EvidenceLocation & Theme: Lusaka • Research
Summary: A participatory study on challenges youth face in the informal economy.
Details: 300 respondents interviewed; livelihood mapping; policy roundtable with Ministry of Labour.
Budget: $30,000 (ILO Youth Research Fund)
Outcomes: Policy brief presented; government committed to youth microfinance program.
Partners: ILO Zambia, University of Lusaka
Quote: “Sharing my struggles as a street vendor in the study gave me hope that things can change.” — Moses, Vendor
View EvidenceLocation & Theme: Western Province • SRHR
Summary: Established a youth-run SRHR digital hotline with WhatsApp integration.
Details: Hotline staffed by 8 youth counselors; AI referral bot connected users to nearest clinics; 24/7 support available.
Budget: $95,000 (UNFPA Innovation Grant)
Outcomes: 4,500 inquiries handled in year one; 600 clinic linkages; reduced teenage pregnancy rates in pilot areas.
Partners: UNFPA Zambia, Airtel Zambia
Quote: “I asked questions anonymously through WhatsApp, and it changed how I see my health.” — Anonymous Youth User
View EvidenceLocation & Theme: Nalolo & Kalabo • Investments
Summary: Supported youth to form cooperatives around beekeeping and honey processing.
Details: 20 beehives distributed; 10 youth incubated; branding and export training provided.
Budget: $40,000 (Small Enterprise Development Grant)
Outcomes: First honey batch generated $6,000; 5 youth employed full-time; access to Lusaka honey markets.
Partners: Zambia Cooperative Federation, local Indunas
Quote: “For the first time, my income doesn’t depend on casual labor. I’m building something lasting.” — Chipo, Youth Entrepreneur
View EvidenceLocation & Theme: Western Province Wetlands • Conservation + Research
Summary: Conducted feasibility study for eco-tourism linked to mangrove and wetland restoration.
Details: 3 pilot sites assessed; 500 households surveyed; economic valuation of eco-tourism potential.
Budget: $120,000 (Global Environment Facility Small Grants Programme)
Outcomes: Roadmap developed for eco-tourism cooperative; 50 households engaged in alternative livelihoods planning.
Partners: GEF SGP, Ministry of Tourism
Quote: “Tourists will soon come not just for the scenery, but to see how we restore nature.” — Namakau, Community Leader
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