West Africa Vocational Education (WAVE) is a non-profit organisation focused on reducing youth unemployment in Nigeria. It operates a four-stage model that begins with screening self-motivated, underserved young people, followed by demand-driven training in industry-relevant skills such as communication and problem-solving. WAVE then matches these individuals with a network of employer partners and provides ongoing career support through monthly workshops and mentorship.
The organisation states it has reached over 80,000 young people and supported more than 11,000 job seekers through its growth partners. It reports an alumni employment rate of over 70% and claims that graduates experience up to three times their pre-training income one year after completing programmes. WAVE works with more than 900 employer partners across Nigeria to connect skilled talent with job opportunities. Its mission is to level the playing field for underserved African youth by building an ecosystem that supports skills development and increased incomes.
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