Global Youth Employment first cohort at the US Embassy Côte d'Ivoire

BECAUSE WE CARE ABOUT YOUTH EMPLOYABILITY

Our Mission

Make youth employable.
Bridge the gap between education and the labor market.
Empower the next generation of leaders.

"Africa’s biggest untapped resource is its youth. Yet, millions remain unemployed or underemployed. GYE exists to turn this challenge into an opportunity: a future where every young person can access decent work and contribute to inclusive growth."

Max Fossouo, Founder & President GYE,Inc.

Thanks to GYE, I now have a roadmap. I really encourage everyone to participate. GYE has opened my mind to the world of employment." — Anita

“Before GYE, I lacked confidence and direction. Today, I can speak, work, and contribute like a professional.” — Anne Mangban, 19 years old

The GYE Pathway
We build bridges through:

TRAINING

IMMERSION

PLACEMENT

SUPPORT

Build employability foundations.

See and practice real-world work.

Enter the workforce day-1 ready.

Support to ensure sustainable career growth.

Board Governors

GYE is proud to collaborate with the U.S. Embassy in Côte d'Ivoire through the American Spaces network to expand access to employability training, mentorship, and professional development opportunities to young people. Together, we are helping youth build the skills, confidence, and connections needed to succeed in today's workforce.

MAKING IT POSSIBLE

Supported Through Collaboration with
the U.S. Embassy

Executive Team Côte d'Ivoire

Our Côte d'Ivoire Executive Team is made up of passionate professionals dedicated to helping young people unlock their potential and access meaningful opportunities.

Max Fossouo

PRESIDENT

Karidja Kone

GENERAL SECRETARY

Nicole D'Avila Guehi

TREASURER

Adou Ehouman Joseph

AUDITOR

Operation Team Côte D'Ivoire

Yacouba Kone

Program Officer

Vanessa Sesi

Mentorship Engagement Officer

Karidja Kone

Youth Engagement Officer

Syntyche Guiguemde

Partnership Engagement Officer

Communication & Support Team

Yelly Coulibaly

Social Media

Diè Dolores

Program Activation - Participants

Fifamé Sewanou

Program Activation - Opportunities

Serena N'dja

Program Impact - M&E

GYE doesn't just train youth. We connect them to the real world of work through mentorship, immersion, and opportunity.

What Makes GYE Different

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Bridging Youth Potential and Employment Opportunities.

Global Youth Employment Inc. (GYE) is an American nonprofit operating in Côte d'Ivoire helping youth 18 to 35 years old access to job opportunities, retain their job, and progress in their professional career.

Global Youth Employment Inc. (GYE) was founded in 2024 to tackle one of Africa’s greatest challenges: youth unemployment. We equip young men and women with practical skills, professional exposure, mentorship, and pathways into real jobs.

Max Fossouo: Founder, President & Board Chairman

Max is the Founder and President of Global Youth Employment (GYE). With 20 years of experience in sales leadership across Africa and abroad, he brings expertise in team leadership, training development, and sales. Passionate about empowering youth, Max supports GYE’s mission to bridge the gap between education and employment across Africa. Through his role on the board, he helps guide strategy, build partnerships, and amplify GYE’s impact.

Kyle Edquist, Board Member

Kyle currently serves as Talent Director at Rippleworks. With 11 years of experience in recruitment and talent development, he brings expertise in social venture scaling, professional networking, and program management. Passionate about social impact projects, Kyle supports GYE’s mission through his role on the board, he helps guide strategic decision-making and programs management.

Assana Alio, Board Member

Assana Alio is the Country Representative at GGGI and Founder of Bridge Konekt. With over 10 years of experience as an International Affairs professional, Assana holds an extensive experience from the African Development Bank, United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs and U.S Bank and investment firms. As GYE Board Member, Assana helps guide our women initiatives strategy and our approach to participate in the UN SDG 5, 8, 10.

Christian Nouboue, Board Member

Christian Nouboue is a graduate from Ecole Centrale de Paris. Currently serving as Group Deputy Managing Director International at CMGP CAS, Christian is passionate about comprehensive solutions to solve African challenges. With more than 10 years at top executive positions within international organisation leading African markets, Christian as GYE Board Member helps in financial strategic decisions for GYE's financial sustainable growth and impact.

THIS WHAT THEY SAY ABOUT GYE