About YOUTHRISE FOR ACTION
Mission
To empower young people as agents of change through humanitarian action, education, environmental stewardship, and community-led development.
Vision
A world where every young person has the opportunity, skills, and support to build peaceful, sustainable, and thriving communities.
Core Values
Nine principles guide every program, partnership, and decision we make — from integrity to community participation.
"When youth lead with purpose, entire communities rise."
How We Began
YOUTHRISE FOR ACTION began as a volunteer-led initiative responding to urgent needs in local communities — from distributing school supplies to facilitating peace dialogues in conflict-affected areas.
Today, we are a registered youth-led humanitarian organization working across education, health, environment, and social cohesion. Our programs are designed and delivered by young people who understand the challenges their peers face.
We believe that investing in youth is investing in the future — and that sustainable change happens when communities are active participants, not passive recipients.
Our Core Values
Integrity
We act with honesty and uphold the highest ethical standards.
Accountability
We are responsible to the communities we serve and our partners.
Transparency
We communicate openly about our work, impact, and resources.
Inclusiveness
We welcome diversity and ensure no one is left behind.
Innovation
We embrace creative solutions to complex social challenges.
Sustainability
We design programs that create lasting positive change.
Respect for Human Dignity
We honor the inherent worth of every person we serve.
Gender Equality
We champion equal opportunities for girls and young women.
Community Participation
We co-create solutions with the communities we support.
Our Team
Meet the leaders driving YFA's mission forward.
Ama Osei
Executive Director
Kwame Mensah
Programs Manager
Fatima Ibrahim
Community Outreach Lead
David Asante
Finance & Operations