For students who are about to graduate, preparing for the world of work is not only about developing the skills needed for a job. Understanding how to manage money and make financial decisions is also an important part of building financial independence. Through Smart Money for Students: Financial Literacy for Work-readiness, YCAB Foundation, in partnership […]
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Through VT Goes To School, YCAB Foundation Strengthens Vocational Teachers’ Capacity through the JADIPro Training of Trainers
Teachers play a vital role in preparing young people for the workforce. Strengthening teachers’ capacity is therefore a strategic step toward creating vocational education that is relevant to industry needs and the evolving world of work. Through the VT Goes To School (VTGTS) programme, YCAB Foundation is committed to strengthening vocational education by enhancing the […]
Citi Indonesia and YCAB Foundation Commemorate Global Community Day 2026 with Inclusive Financial Education for Youth with Disabilities
Jakarta, June 18, 2026 — As the culmination of the Global Community Day (GCD) 2026 series, Citibank, N.A., Indonesia (Citi Indonesia) together with YCAB Foundation held #SmartMoneyTalksABLE, an inclusive financial literacy workshop for youths, including those with physical disabilities from several Special Schools (SLB) in DKI Jakarta. This activity aims to expand access to financial education, […]
YCAB Foundation Launches ‘ANDAL’ Program with the Citi Foundation to Strengthen Inclusive Workforce Readiness for Indonesian Youths
YCAB Foundation, with support from the Citi Foundation’s 2025 Global Innovation Challenge, officially launched Anak Muda untuk Dunia Kerja dan Wirausaha Digital yang Inklusif (ANDAL) program, an initiative aimed at strengthening workforce readiness and expanding digital economic opportunities for young people in Indonesia, particularly women. This collaboration also provides opportunities for persons with disabilities to […]
Strengthening Inclusive Pathways to Employment and Digital Entrepreneurship for Youth
YCAB Foundation, with the support of Citi Foundation, introduces Anak Muda untuk Dunia Kerja dan Wirausaha Digital Inklusif (ANDAL), an initiative aimed at expanding access to sustainable livelihoods for underprivileged youth, including people with disabilities, while ensuring strong participation from young women, who make up the majority of beneficiaries. The program will engage 2,500 individuals […]
Expanding Global Opportunities for Indonesia’s SMEs
YCAB Foundation, in partnership with UPS, a global leader in logistics and supply chain solutions, is launching Wirausaha Ekspor Indonesia (WEI) 3. Building on the success of the WEI initiative, the program aims to support high-potential women-led and male-led small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in moving beyond export readiness to successfully access and grow in […]
YCAB Foundation and VT Markets Collaborate on Ramadan Community Outreach for 100 Families in East Jakarta
In the spirit of compassion and shared responsibility during the holy month of Ramadan, YCAB Foundation partnered with VT Markets to support 100 families in East Jakarta, Indonesia through a community outreach initiative. Held on February 27, 2026, the activity took place at Sanggar Anak Akar, a YCAB Foundation–supported community that provides a safe and […]
Wirausaha Ekspor Indonesia 2.0 Strengthens SMEs for Global Market Expansion
Micro and Small Enterprises (SMEs) are the backbone of Indonesia’s economy, contributing 61% to the national Gross Domestic Product (GDP) (Ministry of Cooperatives and Small and Medium Enterprises, 2024). However, this significant potential is still constrained by structural challenges that hinder SME entrepreneurs from scaling up, particularly in expanding their market reach globally. In response […]
Eramet Indonesia and YCAB Foundation Launch LAKSMI Program in Ternate To Empower Local Women-Led MSMEs
Eramet Indonesia, the Indonesian branch of the French global mining and metallurgy company Eramet, in collaboration with YCAB Foundation, officially launched LAKSMI (Langkah Aksi Kapasitas Sosial Mikro untuk Inklusi) in Ternate. The LAKSMI program is designed to support ultra-micro women-led MSMEs in Jakarta and Ternate through an integrated approach that includes training, mentoring, and access […]
Empowering Youth and Women through Literacy and Digital Skills
YCAB Asia, in collaboration with PLUS, is committed to supporting initiatives focused on community empowerment, particularly for youth and women from underprivileged groups. Through grant funding distributed to selected grantees, we believe that investing in the capacity of individuals and communities will lead to sustainable change. Throughout September 2025, a range of inspiring activities were […]
YCAB The Next 25: A Night of Celebration
On October 3rd, 2025, YCAB Foundation held a special event at Melati Glass House, Plataran Senayan, to celebrate 26 years of impact and unveil its vision for the next chapter. The evening also marked the official introduction of Nathan’s Foundation, a new strategic partner committed to supporting YCAB’s mission of empowering youth and communities through […]
STEM Education Creates Pathways to Brighter Futures in East Kalimantan
YCAB Foundation, together with Orica–a global leader in mining and infrastructure solutions with over 25 years of presence in Indonesia–have partnered to launch STEM Spark: Ignite Future Career Program. This transformative three-year initiative in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) program aims to inspire students and strengthen teaching capacity across East Kalimantan. Building on the […]