YAO Insight Trip travelers to Tanzania had the opportunity to meet entrepreneurs like this tailor, one of the first Opportunity clients in Arusha. Photo: September 2009.
Young Ambassadors for Opportunity (YAO) is a network of passionate, globally-minded young professionals who are dedicated to providing economic opportunities for people living in chronic poverty. Through volunteer-led, regionally based chapters, YAO is raising awareness and funds to build a full-service bank for people living in poverty in Tanzania.
Young Ambassadors:
- Inspire by moving from being an observer of global poverty to a key player in its eradication.
- Educate and develop leadership skills along with a knowledge of international economic development, global banking and innovative microfinance initiatives.
- Involve themselves in an international community of socially engaged young professionals.
As a Young Ambassador, we encourage you to:
- Fundraise for YAO’s bank building initiative in Tanzania
- Invest your skills and passion in your local YAO chapter to make a lasting impact on global poverty
- Learn more about Opportunity’s work on Opportunity’s blog, at chapter events, and via social media tools like Facebook and Twitter
For more ways to take action for YAO, click here.
