At YAO, we believe in the power of youth to drive positive change, promote peace, and support communities in need.
Who We are
Youth in Action Organization (YAO) is a Sudanese-led, non-profit humanitarian and development organization founded by passionate youth and development professionals from Kordofan and Darfur. Since 2017, we have worked relentlessly to empower youth, support vulnerable communities, and foster peace and resilience in regions affected by conflict and poverty.
At YAO, we believe in the power of action — youth action, community action, and global solidarity — to drive meaningful, lasting change. We invite you to explore our programs, discover our impact, and become part of a growing network of individuals and organizations working together for a more equitable and peaceful world.
Latest news
Peace begins when we play together.
Peace begins when we play together. On the field, we don’t see tribe, region, or background — we see teammates,
EL FASHER FALLS
Today, the RSF have taken the army’s last major base in El Fasher — after 18 months of siege, the
Areas Of Expertise
Shelter
Providing safe, dignified, and adequate housing solutions through emergency shelter assistance, transitional support, and long-term reconstruction to ensure protection, stability, and resilience for affected communities.
Health
Providing essential medical care, strengthening health systems, promoting disease prevention, and improving access to quality healthcare services to protect and enhance the well-being of affected populations.
Protection
Safeguarding the rights, safety, and dignity of individuals particularly vulnerable groups through prevention of and response to violence, exploitation, abuse, and neglect, while promoting access to justice and psychosocial support.
Wash
Ensuring access to safe and clean water, adequate sanitation facilities, effective hygiene promotion, and the prevention of waterborne diseases.