UN Youth Seychelles

What UN Youth Seychelles does

UN Youth Seychelles (UNYS) is a youth-led, non-profit NGO registered in Seychelles and headquartered in Victoria, Mahe. Founded in 2016/2017, the organization delivers youth empowerment programs targeting Seychellois aged 15-35, with a focus on leadership development, financial literacy, and promotion of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Programs are delivered free of charge to participants through workshops, coaching sessions, conferences, and educational tours delivered at partner schools, hotels, and community venues across Mahe and Praslin. The organization has directly impacted over 2,500 youth and 16,000+ indirectly through its projects, with most programming contributing to SDG 4 (Quality Education).

UNYS operates four core programmatic pillars: Global Money Week (an annual financial literacy campaign coordinated since 2018 and reaching 1,481 youth directly and 9,793 indirectly over five years), the Silver Lining Project (a holistic framework covering 8 dimensions of life launched in 2017 and iterated in 2021 and 2022), the UN Youth Assembly international delegation program (active since 2016), and broader SDG Awareness initiatives including conferences and school presentations. In 2023, the organization layered a Youth Coaching Programme under the Silver Lining Project, delivered by credentialed psychologists and counsellors across four workshop sessions. Underlying delivery is human-facilitated rather than technology-based; the organization explicitly identifies technology as not applicable.

The organization's revenue model combines individual membership fees (SCR 200/year for youth members aged 15-35), grants from the National Grants Committee and government partners, and corporate sponsorship/in-kind support from financial institutions (MCB Seychelles, Central Bank of Seychelles, H Savy Insurance, Barclays Bank, Seychelles Pension Fund), hospitality partners (Eden Bleu Hotel, Six Senses), telecommunications (Airtel Seychelles), and other corporates. Programs are funded primarily through grants and sponsorships; participants are not charged. Distribution is direct via workshops at partner venues, school-based delivery, and a virtual channel added during COVID-19, with marketing through radio talk shows (Bonzour Sesel on Seychelles Broadcasting Corporation), social media, and the unyouthseychelles.org website.

Name

UN Youth Seychelles

Legal name

UN Youth Seychelles

Website

https://unyouthseychelles.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2016

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

UN Youth Seychelles is a youth-led, non-profit NGO in Seychelles delivering leadership, financial literacy, and SDG-focused programs including Global Money Week and the Silver Lining Project, serving Seychellois youth aged 15-35.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Youth Development and Non-Formal Education Services

NAICS

Child and Youth Services (62411), Educational Support Services (6117), Educational Services (611)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300), Services-Membership Organizations (8600), Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Youth Mentoring & Positive Youth Development Nonprofits (BPAGADAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Youth-to-Adult Transition & Life Skills (Independent Living, Soft Skills) (EDAAAFAN), Student Welfare, Pastoral Care & Safeguarding Services (EDAIAHAI)

Keywords

• Youth empowerment programs
• Financial literacy education
• Leadership development workshops
• Sustainable development goals
• Non-formal education

Headquarters

HQ city

Victoria

HQ country

Seychelles

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Fees: Annual membership fees of SCR 200 per year collected from members aged 15-35 who apply and are accepted into the organization. This is a recurring annual revenue stream based on membership count.
2. Government and Institutional Grants: Funding support from National Grants Committee and other institutional partners including Ministry of Education, Seychelles National Youth Council. Grants are used to fund specific projects like the Silver Lining Project and Global Money Week.
3. Corporate Sponsorship: Financial and in-kind support from corporate sponsors such as MCB Seychelles, H Savy Insurance, Eden Bleu Hotel, Six Senses, Airtel Seychelles, Shreeji Group. Sponsors provide venue space, funding, and operational support for events and programs.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

UN Youth Seychelles is a youth-led non-profit NGO that delivers non-formal education programs to Seychellois young people aged 15-35. Its core offerings include the Silver Lining Project (a holistic 8-dimension youth development framework), Global Money Week (an annual financial literacy campaign), SDG Awareness initiatives, UN Youth Assembly participation, and the Youth Coaching Programme. Programs are delivered via workshops, formation sessions, financial education tours, and events, typically free of charge to participants, with costs covered by grants and corporate sponsorship.

Product overview

UN Youth Seychelles operates as a youth-led non-profit NGO delivering its mission through four primary programmatic pillars: Global Money Week (annual financial literacy campaign), the Silver Lining Project (holistic development framework across 8 life dimensions), UN Youth Assembly (international youth leadership participation), and SDG Awareness initiatives (sustainable development education). These programs collectively aim to empower youth aged 15-35 through leadership development, financial education, and personal growth, with most activities contributing toward SDG 4 (Quality Education). The organization has directly impacted over 2,500 youth and 16,000 indirectly across its projects.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Global Money Week Annual global awareness-raising campaign on financial literacy for young people, conducted during the last week of March. Includes virtual launches, panel discussions, financial education tours to banks and government agencies, workshops, and essay/poster competitions targeting youth aged 12-35 in Seychelles.
• Silver Lining Project Flagship holistic youth development initiative educating participants on 8 life dimensions (physical, intellectual, emotional, social, spiritual, occupational, financial, environmental) through workshops, formation sessions, and coaching programmes, aimed at promoting personal harmony, resilience, and informed decision-making for youth aged 15-35.
• UN Youth Assembly International youth leadership programme enabling Seychellois delegates to attend the global Youth Assembly at the UN, participate in Social Ventures for Sustainable Development seminars, and engage with international organizations for cross-sectoral SDG implementation.
• SDG Awareness Educational initiatives including conferences, exhibitions, workshops, and school presentations that introduce youth to the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals and empower them to contribute toward SDG achievement.
• Youth Coaching Programme Four-session workshop series under the Silver Lining Project focused on building resilience through self-awareness, interpersonal relationships, mindfulness, attachment styles, and overall wellbeing for participants aged 15-35.

Quantifiable outcome

• 2500+ youth directly impacted and 16000+ indirectly across all projects
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

15 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Eden Bleu HotelcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2021Venue partner for Silver Lining Formation Workshops (2021, 2022). Provides complimentary or subsidized event space for multi-day workshop delivery, enabling the organization to host 60+ participants.
• MCB SeychellescoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2019Early enabler and long-term supporter of the Silver Lining Project since 2019. MCB Seychelles has provided space for youth coaching workshops and contributed to Global Money Week activities. The bank has participated as presenter in financial education tours covering banking operations, products, and anti-money laundering measures.
• Six Senses Hotels Resorts SpasminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerWellness partner contributing facilitators for spiritual and wellness dimensions of the Silver Lining Project. Training & Mission Wellness Manager Lloyd Baccay delivered presentations on spiritual dimension.
• Seychelles National Youth Council (SNYC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGovernment-affiliated youth body that collaborated on multiple projects including the First SDG Conference (2016), Immersive Exhibition, and provides organizational support and networking opportunities.
• Central Bank of SeychellescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerKey partner for Global Money Week activities. Participated as presenter covering monetary policy, banking functions, and financial system education. Co-organized inclusive workshops for hearing-impaired participants. Hosted Piggy Bank Design Competition Award Ceremony.
• H Savy Insurance CompanyminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerInsurance sector partner for Global Money Week financial education tours. Presented on insurance products, fraud prevention, and financial crime awareness. Sponsors essay and poster competition prizes (R1500 gift vouchers).
• Enterprise Seychelles Agency (ESA)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerGovernment agency providing business management and entrepreneurship education during Global Money Week. Covered business setup processes, QuickBooks training, and MSME support for participants.
• Financial Intelligence Unit SeychellesminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPresented on financial crimes including money laundering, terrorism financing, and measures to prevent illegal financial activity during Global Money Week educational tours.
• Seychelles Revenue CommissionminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner for Global Money Week activities, providing education on tax systems, revenue collection, and economic distribution during financial education tours.
• Barclays Bank SeychellesminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerFinancial institution partner for Global Money Week 2019 financial education tours. Students visited bank premises and learned about banking operations, interest rates, and services.
• Seychelles Pension FundminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerGovernment pension body that participated in Global Money Week tours, educating youth about retirement planning, pension importance, and long-term financial security.
• Well of InspirationminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPersonal development brand founded by Wellington Manjengwa that serves as the main facilitator for Silver Lining Project and financial literacy content. Provides expertise in decision-making, risk management, and personal finance education.
• Airtel SeychellesminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerTelecommunications partner providing support for Silver Lining Project 2021 initiatives.
• Shreeji Group SeychellesminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCorporate partner supporting Silver Lining Project 2021 and Global Money Week 2020 activities, contributing to financial education initiatives.
• Seychelles Broadcasting CorporationminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNational broadcaster that airs UNYS content, provides media coverage for events, and features organizational representatives on radio programs like 'Bonzour Sesel' to promote youth initiatives.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Restless Development: Youth-led development agency running youth empowerment programs focused on sexual/reproductive health, livelihoods, and civic engagement in Africa and Asia. Comparable youth-led NGO model and SDG-aligned programming targeting youth in developing economies.
• Junior Achievement Worldwide: Global non-profit delivering financial literacy, work readiness, and entrepreneurship education to youth. Directly comparable to UNYS's Global Money Week financial literacy programming, though operating at much larger scale across many countries.
• AIESEC: Global youth-led organization focused on leadership development through international exchanges and volunteer experiences. Comparable in youth-led governance structure and leadership development mission, though at far larger global scale.
• World Assembly of Youth (WAY): International youth NGO with UN consultative status promoting youth development and participation globally. Comparable mission around youth empowerment and UN alignment, but operates as a broader international network.

Emerging players

• TakingITGlobal: Youth-led global network connecting young leaders through online platforms and capacity-building programs around SDGs. Comparable youth empowerment focus and UN/SDG alignment, with a digital-first delivery model that contrasts UNYS's in-person workshops.

Regional players

• Seychelles National Youth Council (SNYC): Government-affiliated national youth body in Seychelles that UNYS has partnered with on the First SDG Conference and other initiatives. Closest direct domestic peer in geography and mandate around Seychelles youth development and policy engagement.

Direct peers

• UN Youth New Zealand: New Zealand's UN Youth chapter delivering Model UN conferences, leadership programs, and international relations experiences for high school and tertiary students. Closely comparable mission around youth empowerment and UN SDG alignment.
• UN Youth Australia: Australian chapter of the global UN Youth network running leadership programs, conferences, and SDG-focused initiatives for youth aged 15-30. Most structurally comparable peer with similar mission, programmatic pillars, and youth-led NGO governance model.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCmVwDVQGsePE
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/un-youth-seychelles

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Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

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