The World Bank
Project Title
As a one-time only grant for support of the Pakistan Youth Initiative
Date
Sep. 13, 2018
Duration
11 months
Description
Since early 2014, the World Bank has been working with the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), Pakistan Information Technology Board and civic sector stakeholders to foster inclusion of its youth in the digital economy through initiatives such as the Digital Youth Summit (DYS). With a population of around 16 million under the age of thirty, KP is facing a demographic transition. If included in the work force, KP’s youth could help drive significant economic gains in the coming decades. On the other hand, this youth bulge also has the potential to devolve into social unrest if not effectively engaged. With Corporation support, the World Bank, in partnership with the Government of KP, will organize a 2018 DYS, creating a platform for engaging youth to learn and network, thus promoting and supporting their aspirations, inclusion, and economic empowerment in conflict areas.