2025 Global education & Poverty statistics report
Despite decades of progress toward universal education, 2025 remains a year of deep challenge for children worldwide. Global data shows that hundreds of millions of children are still out of school, with significant disparities by region, income level, and crisis context. Education outcomes and poverty are closely linked: children living in poverty are far more […]
Hope for the holidays: How you can help children in crisis this Christmas
Every Christmas, millions of children are affected by war, displacement, and humanitarian crises. Organizations like YOTF provide emergency aid, food, winter supplies, and protection to children in conflict zones such as Ukraine and Gaza. This article explains why support is urgently needed and how you can help children in crisis this holiday season. For many […]
Winter and youth mental health
Winter can be a challenging period for many young people. Shorter days, reduced sunlight, colder temperatures, and changes in daily routines all influence mental and emotional well-being. For children and adolescents, whose brains and coping mechanisms are still developing, these seasonal changes can have a particularly strong impact. Understanding how winter affects youth mental health […]
Why warm clothing can save a life
Freezing winter temperatures pose a serious threat to children living in humanitarian crises. In conflict-affected areas such as Ukraine, access to warm clothing, shelter, and heating can mean the difference between survival and life-threatening illness. This article explains why winter relief is critical for children – and how warm clothing saves lives. As winter arrives, […]
A powerful weekend of action in Stavanger
This weekend, we brought our message of urgent humanitarian support to the streets of Stavanger, standing in solidarity with children and families affected by the war in Ukraine. Our Winter Relief Campaign engaged the public, raised awareness, and collected funds, emphasizing that “winter kills when war takes everything else.” With temperatures dropping and millions displaced, our mission is to deliver essential thermal clothing. Join us in making a difference—every conversation, every shared flyer, and every donation counts. Together, we can respond with awareness, solidarity, and action. Thank you, Stavanger. This is only the beginning.
From Stavanger to Ukraine: Join us in bringing warmth this winter
As winter tightens its grip across Europe, millions of children in Ukraine are facing another season of cold without the essentials they need to survive. This November, you can make a difference! Join Youth of the Future (YOTF) in Stavanger on November 8–9 to support our winter clothing campaign. Your monetary donations will help us purchase and deliver vital winter supplies directly to children displaced by war. Together, we can provide warmth and hope to those in urgent need. Discover how your support can create a global impact from local action!
Gaza: Reports of dozens of children killed in renewed airstrikes
YOTF – Youth of the Future is deeply saddened by reports that at least 35 children are among those killed in last night’s renewed airstrikes in Gaza. After weeks of cautious hope and humanitarian rebuilding, families and children are again being plunged into terror and unimaginable loss. The scale and recurrence of violence are devastating. […]
YOTF launches Vipps donations – now open for support across the Nordics
Youth of the Future (YOTF) has launched donations via Vipps, making it easier than ever to support children, youth and families in need. Whether you’re in Norway, Sweden, Denmark or Finland – you can now donate directly to YOTF with just your phone number. Vipps number: 27261 “Making giving simple is key. With Vipps, supporters […]
Hidden emergency: Child poverty around the world
Poverty isn’t just a lack of income — it’s a denial of dignity, opportunity, and childhood itself. Across the world today, millions of children wake up without enough food, clean water, education, or safety. Behind every statistic lies a story: of a child forced to grow up too soon, a parent unable to provide, and […]
New local initiative: Building inclusive communities in Stavanger
At Youth of the Future (YOTF), we believe that every young person deserves to feel seen, safe, and supported — regardless of background, culture, or faith. That’s why we’re proud to launch a powerful new initiative in Stavanger aimed at bringing youth together, breaking down barriers, and building real friendships through action, dialogue, and shared […]
Humanitarian aid for children and families in Gaza
Community development empowers local people to take charge of their own initiatives.
YOTF launches winter relief campaign for displaced children in Ukraine
As temperatures begin to drop across Eastern Europe, YOTF (Youth of the Future) is launching a critical winter relief campaign to support displaced children and families in Ukraine. This initiative will provide warm clothing, thermal gear, and essential hygiene supplies to those most affected by the ongoing crisis. “Winter is coming, and many children have […]
Rapid clothing aid program for children of Ukraine
We can further explore the potential of community-led development in shaping the future.
Youth of the Future (YOTF) Launches full Humanitarian Operations to support children and families worldwide
A new chapter in Humanitarian Action After two years of foundational work, the international humanitarian organization Youth of the Future (YOTF) is officially launching its full operations. Founded in December 2022 in Stavanger, Norway, YOTF is committed to supporting children, youth, and families facing crisis, poverty, and displacement — wherever the need is greatest. Over […]
Clean water is a right, not a privilege
Why safe water is essential for children and families in crisis Around the world, millions of children wake up each day without access to clean, safe drinking water. It’s not just an inconvenience — it’s a crisis. When families are forced to rely on unsafe water sources, the risks multiply: illness spreads, education is disrupted, […]
A future every child deserves: education as a lifeline
Access to education is not a privilege—it’s a right. Yet today, millions of children across the world are still denied this right due to poverty, displacement, conflict, and crisis. At YOTF, we believe education is not just a long-term investment—it’s an immediate need, and a path forward. From refugee camps to under-resourced communities, the classroom […]