About TYEGD
Tanzania Youth Espouse for Gender and Development (TYEGD) is a youth‑led, non‑profit organization established in 2015 and officially registered in August 2017 under the NGO Act No. 24 of 2002 (Registration No. 00NGO/0009374). TYEGD operates primarily in the Mara and Mwanza Regions of Tanzania, working to improve the health, well‑being, and livelihoods of communities, with a strong emphasis on women and youth.
TYEGD focuses on training, advocacy, economic empowerment, and access to innovation across critical development sectors, including agriculture, environmental protection, education, health, and gender equality and social inclusion. The organization delivers its programs through practical training workshops, community dialogues, advocacy and social awareness campaigns, conferences, and the promotion of innovative and digital solutions that respond to local needs.
All TYEGD initiatives are guided by three strategic thematic areas: Gender Equality and Social Inclusion (GESI); Youth Empowerment through Education and Health; and Agriculture, Livelihoods and Environmental Protection. Through these focus areas, TYEGD supports inclusive participation, builds resilience, and empowers communities to drive sustainable and locally owned development.
Our goal is to empower youth to drive healthier, more equitable, and resilient communities through education, advocacy, and innovation.
Our Approach
TYEGD uses a community‑led, bottom‑up approach that puts women, youth, and local communities at the center of change. Through participatory planning, strong partnerships, and innovative digital tools, we deliver inclusive and practical solutions that address real needs. Guided by accountable leadership and grounded in gender equality, youth empowerment, and resilience, we work to create lasting, locally driven impact.
Community Led
We place women, youth, and local communities at the center of decision making.
Participatory & Inclusive
Solutions are shaped through community engagement, dialogue, and shared ownership.
Innovative & Digital
We use tools like AKILIMO, mAGRIC Collect, and SMS to expand reach and impact.
Sustainable Impact
Our work is grounded in gender equality, youth empowerment, and community resilience.
Our Vision
Equal community that respects human rights where young people are empowered to become the main actors for social change.
Our Mission
To support young people to become main actors for social change in the community by fighting against inequality through education and empowerment.
Norms and Values We Live By
Dedication
We are committed to delivering quality services across all programs, ensuring that every initiative creates meaningful and measurable impact.
Empowerment
We equip young people with knowledge, skills, and opportunities that enable them to take ownership of their development and contribute to their communities.
Engagement
We actively involve stakeholders at all levels, promoting collaboration and shared responsibility in addressing community challenges.
Equality
We advocate for equal participation and inclusion, ensuring that all individuals—especially women and marginalized groups—have access to opportunities and decision-making processes.
Volunteerism
We foster a culture of giving back, encouraging individuals and communities to contribute actively to social development.
Achievements Timeline
2017: Establishment and Registration
TYEGD was officially registered and began implementing community-based initiatives focused on youth empowerment and gender equality.
2017–2019: Kijana Tuongee Project
Focused on empowering youth with knowledge, skills, and awareness of their roles in community development.
2020–2022: African Cassava Agronomy Initiative (ACAI)
Reached over 15,500 farmers across Mara and Mwanza regions, improving cassava productivity through training, digital learning, and agricultural support systems. Download “ACAI Summary” – Downloaded 0 times –
2022: Zijue Fursa Conferences
Partnered with SISI Tanzania to deliver youth-focused conferences on opportunities linked to the East African Crude Oil Pipeline.
2023: Mtoto Kwanza Project
Advanced child protection, nutrition, and early childhood development through community awareness programs.
2024–2025: Kilimo Thabiti Project
Improved agricultural productivity by integrating weather information and Good Agricultural Practices (GAPs) for maize and cassava farmers.
2025–2026: Climate and Agriculture Programs
Collaborating with partners such as Weather Impact, TARI, and Esoko to strengthen climate-informed advisory services and promote resilient seed systems.
Strategic Objectives
- Promote gender equality and human rights
- Combat GBV and harmful practices
- Improve youth health, education, and life skills
- Promote climate-smart agriculture and environmental protection
- Strengthen economic empowerment for youth and women
- Enhance participation of communities in decision-making
- Facilitate access to financial services and livelihoods
Where We Work
Head Office: Bunda Town, Mara Region
Other active Regions: Mara, Mwanza, Geita, with representatives in Dar es Salaam, Iringa, and Mtwara.
TYEGD LEADERSHIP
The leadership structure of combines a strategic Board of Directors and a multidisciplinary Core Team committed to advancing youth empowerment, gender equality, education, health, agriculture, and community resilience across Tanzania.
The TYEGD board provides strategic leadership and governance, guiding the organization’s mission with integrity, expertise, and a strong commitment to sustainable community impact.
A qualified Community Development/Public Health Professional with over 30 years of experience in this field. (Graduate from Community Development Training Institute; Tengeru/Tanzania and International program of the University of London; UK). He has in-depth experience in planning, designing supervising and implementation of participatory community-based and livelihood support projects in different sectors such as Health, Education, Livelihood and Extractive energy.
A seasoned policy analyst, human rights expert and researcher with more than 20 years of experience working with community development and faith-based organizations in Tanzania. She currently serves as Country Director for LM International, a global faith-based non-profit foundation committed to eradicating poverty and delivering essential services in water, sanitation, health, education, food security, and livelihoods for the most vulnerable communities.
Dr. Kafanabo is a Senior Educationist and Professor in the Department of Educational Psychology and Curriculum Studies at the University of Dar es Salaam, where she has served since 1998. Her scholarship focuses on curriculum reform and teacher professional development in Tanzania, often in collaboration with the Ministry of Education.
Agricultural Economist and Food Marketing MATS in SSA EUH2020; Value Chain Development; Women Youth and Mentorship; Project Development.
Dr. Abel Charles Kadikilo is a Tanzanian academic and NGO leader for more than 20 years. He serves as an Assistant Lecturer and Campus Head of the Academic Department at the Institute of Finance Management (IFM) Simiyu Campus, specializing in management sciences.
A Social Scientist with a degree in Rural Development from Sokoine University of Agriculture with more than 9 years hands on experience in implementing Education, Public Health and environmental.
Well-organized and resourceful with more than twenty years’ experience and a solid academic background in project management, the economics of development, theology, and a diploma in clinical medicine.
TYEGD is led by a multidisciplinary team with expertise in gender and development, monitoring and evaluation, education, agriculture, finance, and community development. The team combines academic knowledge with practical field experience to design and implement programs that respond to real community needs across Tanzania.
Bachelor’s Degree in Gender and Development. Provides overall strategic leadership and direction for TYEGD. Oversees program development, partnerships, and organizational growth while ensuring alignment with the mission of advancing gender equality and youth empowerment.
M.A. (Continuing) in Monitoring and Evaluation | B.Sc. in Home Economics and Human Nutrition. Supports program design, monitoring, and evaluation frameworks. Contributes technical expertise to ensure program effectiveness, accountability, and evidence-based implementation.
Master of Arts in Psychology | Bachelor of Social Work and Social Administration. Leads education-focused initiatives, including youth development and community-based learning programs. Brings strong expertise in psychosocial support and social systems.
Bachelor of Arts in Accounting and Finance. Manages financial systems, budgeting, and administrative operations. Ensures transparency, accountability, and efficient resource utilization across all programs.
Master of Science in Education | Bachelor of Education in Science. Oversees youth empowerment initiatives, including vocational training, life skills education, and youth engagement programs aimed at strengthening capacity and opportunity.
Diploma in Cross-Cultural Communication | Bachelor’s Degree in Rural Development. Leads gender equality and social inclusion programs, focusing on advocacy, community engagement, and interventions that promote equal participation and rights awareness.
Caroline Aloyce Mjenga is a dedicated development professional with a Bachelor’s degree in Gender and Development from Mwalimu Nyerere Memorial Academy (2023). She currently works with TYEGD, an NGO focused on youth empowerment, and has gained diverse experience collaborating with organizations such as Tanzania Recovery Community, TGNP, Daima Associates, and TCCIA.
Malizia Saad Kasui is a degree holder of Human Resource Management from Moshi Co-operative University (2025) with experience across the public, private, and non-governmental sectors, currently working with TYEGD to support community development through effective human resource practices and Organizational strengthening.
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