Partner on Research
At Youthup Global, we believe that meaningful research is built through collaboration.
The most impactful evidence emerges when governments, universities, employers, development partners, philanthropic organizations, researchers, and industry leaders work together to understand challenges, generate practical insights, and develop solutions that strengthen Africa’s workforce and opportunity systems.
We welcome partnerships that contribute to research, policy development, institutional learning, and evidence-based decision-making across the continent.
Why Partner With Youthup Global?
Our research is designed to inform policy, strengthen institutions, improve programmes, and support sustainable development across Africa.
By partnering with Youthup Global, you contribute to generating knowledge that helps shape stronger workforce systems, education-to-employment transitions, digital apprenticeship models, social entrepreneurship ecosystems, and youth opportunity pathways.
Together, we can produce research that drives meaningful change and creates lasting impact.
Partnership Opportunities
We welcome collaboration in a variety of ways.
Funding Partners
Foundations, philanthropic organizations, development agencies, corporate CSR and ESG programmes, multilateral institutions, and impact investors interested in supporting research initiatives, flagship publications, and knowledge development.
Research Partners
Universities, think tanks, research institutions, and academic networks interested in jointly designing and conducting research, producing publications, or advancing knowledge in areas aligned with our mission.
Commissioned Research
Organizations seeking Youthup Global to undertake research, labour market assessments, workforce studies, policy analysis, programme evaluations, institutional reviews, or the development of strategic frameworks tailored to their needs.
Data & Institutional Partners
Government ministries, employers, industry associations, educational institutions, professional bodies, and ecosystem organizations willing to share data, participate in studies, provide case studies, or contribute institutional perspectives.
Knowledge Contributors
Researchers, academics, consultants, policy experts, and industry practitioners who wish to contribute technical expertise, serve as reviewers, participate in advisory groups, or support the development of research publications and institutional frameworks.
Our Research Areas
Youthup Global conducts practical, evidence-based research that supports governments, development partners, employers, and communities in strengthening workforce systems, expanding economic opportunities, and shaping inclusive public policy across Africa.
Workforce Development
Education to Employment systems
Digital skills & Workforce Readiness
Future of work
Social Entrepreneurship & Innovation
Youth Employment & Opportunity
Green Skills & Sustainable Development
Labour Market Intelligence
Digital Apprenticeship & Work based Learning
Public Policy & Systems Strengthening
Artificial Intelligence and the Future Workforce
Submit a Research Partnership Enquiry
We invite you to complete our Research Partnership Enquiry Form. A member of our team will review your enquiry and contact you to discuss potential areas of collaboration.
Let's Build Knowledge That Creates Opportunity
Africa’s future depends on strong partnerships that connect research with action.
Whether you are looking to co-create research, commission a study, fund a publication, contribute expertise, or collaborate on policy and systems development, we would be delighted to explore opportunities to work together.
Together, we can generate the evidence, insights, and practical solutions needed to strengthen Africa’s workforce and opportunity systems for generations to come.