Theory of Change

Empowering Low-Income Communities through Education, Digital Skilling, and Livelihoods

Impact Goal

To create equitable and sustainable opportunities for children, youth, and women from low-income urban and rural communities through quality education, digital empowerment, and livelihood pathways, enabling them to live with dignity, independence, and agency.

Core Problem

Low-income communities face intergenerational poverty, driven by limited access to quality education, digital tools, skills training, and employment opportunities—especially for women and youth.

Section	Content
Component	Theory of Change
Target Groups	Children (6–14 years): Out-of-school or at risk of dropping out Youth (15–25 years): School drop-outs, unskilled, unemployed, or underemployed Women (18–45 years): Economically inactive or engaged in informal, low-paying work
Inputs	Trained facilitators, curriculum experts, counsellors Safe and accessible learning centres Digital devices and internet access Partnerships with local governments, communities, donors, stakeholders Community outreach and volunteer engagement
Activities	Bridge courses, remedial classes, and life skills for children Basic to advanced ICT training for youth and women Vocational and domain-specific employability training Career counselling and placement support Awareness campaigns on rights, entitlements, and gender equity
Outputs	Children enrolled and retained in school with improved learning Youth and women gain digital and vocational skills Increased digital access and usage Job placements or income-generating activities initiated Stronger community engagement
Short-Term Outcomes	Improved learning outcomes among children Higher digital literacy and self-confidence Enhanced employability and entrepreneurship mindset Evolving gender norms and raised aspirations
Medium-Term Outcomes	Children complete school with foundational skills Youth and women access sustainable livelihoods or higher education Reduced early marriage and gender discrimination Women’s income and decision-making power improve
Long-Term Impact	Resilient and self-reliant communities Equitable access to education, technology, and jobs Systemic reduction in poverty, gender inequality, and exclusion
Cross-Cutting Themes	Gender equity Digital inclusion Child rights and education Climate sensitivity

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