Empowering Youth Through Skills – 360 Connect’s Contribution to the SET Phase II Project
Youth across Tanzania face a growing need for practical skills and real opportunities especially in regions where employment options are limited, and many young people are disconnected from formal education. That’s where the Skills for Employment Tanzania (SET) Phase II project steps in.
With support from the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC) and implementation by Swisscontact, the SET Phase II project focuses on expanding vocational skills development (VSD) for young people aged 15 to 24 including young mothers and those who may not have completed school.
The project’s main goal is to improve youth employability in key economic sectors by offering non-formal, demand-driven training in areas that reflect the needs of the local labor market.
360 Connect’s Role in Iringa: Practical Support Where It Matters Most
In the Iringa region, 360 Connect is proud to serve as a key implementing partner, working directly with youth to strengthen their skills in agriculture a sector that remains Tanzania’s largest source of employment.
We are currently supporting 200 young people, many of whom are from rural communities or are facing barriers to employment. Through carefully designed non-formal training programs, we focus on real-world, hands-on learning that goes beyond the classroom.
The training covers essential topics such as:
Self-awareness
Financial literacy
Digital networks and communication
Entrepreneurship and business planning
Record-keeping and administration
Gender awareness
Village Community Banking (VICOBA)
This approach ensures that youth are gaining knowledge and they’re building confidence and capability to either find meaningful work or start their own agri-enterprises.
“We believe in giving young people tools they can use not just theory. That means getting into the field with them, offering mentorship, and walking alongside them as they grow.”
— 360 Connect Field Officer, Iringa
A Partnership with Long-Term Impact
This collaboration with Swisscontact and SDC is a commitment to youth development and a long-term investment in local communities. Together, we aim to contribute to a stronger, more inclusive rural economy where youth are active contributors and change-makers.
With continued support, we plan to expand our reach and impact even more young people not only in Iringa but across other regions where youth potential is high but opportunities are still too few.
Location: Iringa Region
Target Group: Youth aged 15–24, including young mothers
Reach: 200 youth supported so far
Sector: Agriculture (non-formal, skills-based training)
Partners: Swisscontact, Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC)
Want to Get Involved?
If you’re a youth, community partner, donor, or business interested in supporting the next generation of agri-skilled workers and entrepreneurs, we’d love to hear from you.
📩 Contact us at: services@360connects.co.tz
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