The Access Bank Youthrive Program is a pioneering initiative in partnership with the Vice President’s office, committed to empowering individuals and Micro, Small, and Medium-sized Enterprises (MSMEs) in Nigeria. Focused on capacity development, financial empowerment, and business exchange, the program aims to positively impact 4 million youths over the next four years.

Capacity Development

Application Requirements

1. Startup: A newly established business operating for less than 12 months.
2. Business Owner: An established business with over 1 year of operation.
3. Graduate: A tertiary institution degree holder seeking active employment or business venture.
4. Non-Graduate: A young individual with a minimum of a school leaving certificate seeking skill acquisition or a business venture.

Program Pillars

1. Capacity Development: Empowering youth with skills for entrepreneurship and employability.
2. Business Exchange: Outstanding entrepreneurs will be sponsored for Business Exchange Programs in The Netherlands, China, or India.
3. Access to Funding: Gain access to finance through business grants and loans for scaling your business post-completion of capacity development programs.
4. Employment: Explore employment opportunities after completing comprehensive capacity development programs.

For More Information

Visit the Official Webpage of the Access Bank Youthrive Program.