This #InternationalYouthDay2026, Market Development Facility (MDF) Timor-Leste celebrates the stories of whose journeys began in different communities but are united by a shared vision for the future.
From aspiring animal health professionals in Baucau and Ermera, to young coffee sector leaders in Aileu and Liquiça, and youth working in call centres, these young people are turning personal experiences into action. Through learning, innovation, and community engagement, they are facing challenges and forging their economic future.
Their stories remind us that while young people come from different contexts, they often share common aspirations: creating opportunities, supporting their communities, and building a better future.
Different contexts. Common aspirations.
One generation shaping the future of Timor-Leste.
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