The Youth Employment Transformation Initiative (YETI) Project is bolstering Nepal's Prime Minister Employment Program to enhance employment services and labor market outcomes for youth, particularly women from impoverished and marginalized communities. The project supports over 135,000 beneficiaries through temporary jobs and other employment services. It is implemented by Nepal’s Ministry of Labor, Employment, and Social Security and financed by the World Bank Group’s International Development Association (IDA).
During the COVID-19 pandemic, the YETI project provided temporary employment support to an additional 44,000 individuals who had lost their jobs.
In Aurahi Rural Municipality of Madhesh Province, Gujri Devi Ban found empowerment through the YETI Project. Her involvement in construction and maintenance work not only improved her family's financial stability but also inspired other women in her community to seek similar opportunities.
In Bhaktapur of Bagmati Province, Buddha Ratna Boju found stability after the 2015 earthquake through the YETI Project. By participating in a local temporary employment program, he contributed to maintaining his community's infrastructure while supporting his family's needs and his children's education.
In Rainas Municipality of Gandaki Province, Sita Lama turned to the YETI Project during financial turmoil caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. With her husband abroad and her son's health expenses mounting, the project's temporary employment program offered her a chance to work on community infrastructure, aiding her family's resilience.
In Loharpatti Municipality of Madhesh Province, Lalita Devi Paswan challenged societal norms by joining the YETI Project. Despite initial backlash, her participation contributed to her family's livelihood and inspired other women in her community to seek financial independence.
Manju Devi from Loharpatti Municipality transitioned from traditional bamboo craftsmanship to agricultural labor due to modernization. Through the YETI Project, she found new opportunities that ignited aspirations for additional workdays and skills training for a sustainable future for her family.
Sangita Shivabhakti from Bidur Municipality faced life's challenges with resilience following the loss of her husband. She found solace in the YETI Project as a caretaker and gardener, nurturing parks in Nuwakot while hoping for a brighter future for her daughter.
Usha Bhujel from Rainas Municipality worked alongside her husband in the YETI Project. Determined to educate her daughter and open a restaurant, she remains committed to turning these dreams into reality.
Kalpana Mijar from Bidur Municipality shoulders significant financial burdens with determination. Participating in the YETI Project to maintain parks and gardens allows her to ensure educational opportunities for her daughters that she once lacked.
Ward 13 of Pokhara Metropolitan City revived Kamalpokhari—a religious and natural heritage site—thanks to employment-driven conservation efforts supported by the YETI project. Improvements such as enhanced drainage have fostered community engagement and laid groundwork for future tourism development.
Panchakanya Rural Municipality of Nuwakot leveraged support from the YETI Project to build a sports park as part of broader efforts towards creating public works employment opportunities and enhancing local economic growth.
The YETI project collaborates with federal and sub-national governments to strengthen systems for long-term provision of employment services through centers across all 753 local governments and a National Employment Management Information System (NEMIS).