About the FOYA Initiative – Youth and Agriculture

The FOYA Initiative  is the premier youth and agriculture organization that offers  comprehensive, research-based non-formal education that uses the context of agriculture, health living, food systems, and natural resources—spanning fields from livestock (animal science) and crop production to agricultural technology and agribusiness—as the setting for developing young people in developing countries like Zambia. FOYA operates on a model that emphasizes Experiential Learning – “learning by doing” through hands-on projects, supervised experiences and club / community involvement.

In the FOYA Initiative, we believe in Investing in youth in agriculture programs. As the premier youth in agriculture organization:
FOYA focus on cultivating the next generation of leaders, scientists, and entrepreneurs needed to address complex African challenges like food security, climate change, and sustainability. Through young people, we aim to ensure the talent pipeline for the vast agricultural sector remains robust and technologically adept

The FOYA Initiative aims to address the “Opportunity Gap”: we provide safe, structured, and challenging environments where youth from diverse backgrounds, including rural, urban, and suburban settings, can find a sense of belonging, achieve mastery, and engage in meaningful work, directly promoting equity.

FOYA goes beyond farming, our programs teach essential soft skills—including public speaking, financial management, teamwork, decision-making, and responsible citizenship—that are transferable to any career path, preparing young people to be active, contributing members of their communities.

Modern agriculture is highly reliant on science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). FOYA programs provide practical, real-world applications for STEM concepts, making education engaging and relevant.
The FOYA Initiative not just about farming; we are about developing citizenship and leadership through the lens of agriculture, ensuring both the future of food and the future of Africa’s youth are secure.

Adopted Theme
“One Million New Ideas, New Opportunities and Solutions for Child Support and Positive Youth Empowerment across the Country by the year 2027″

OUR APPROACH
As a registered non-governmental organization our approach is participatory and experiential learning based on 3Ps (Policy, Partnership, Programs) approach. Our adopted concept is “Learning by doing” and through research-based innovative approaches and tested tools we deliver quality programs, products and services to children and youth” and all.