Programme to Strengthen Sustainable Entrepreneurship and Support Economic Integration of Rural Youth

The general objective of the Programme for Strengthening Sustainable Entrepreneurship and Economic Integration of Rural Youth (PROGRES) is to contribute to poverty reduction and the creation of employment opportunities in rural communities.

Its development objective is to promote inclusive and sustainable entrepreneurship, prioritizing youth, especially through the development of climate-resilient value chains.

The programme has three components:

1. development of rural youth entrepreneurship;
2. development of pro-poor food systems;
3. institutional strengthening and management of the programme.