The document outlines standards for designing economic opportunity programs that effectively reach vulnerable children and youth. It discusses focusing programs on specific age groups and situations, understanding the environment and stakeholders, sequencing support across different life stages, developing sustainable systems at scale, and facilitating private sector engagement rather than directly providing services. The goal is to holistically address needs, promote growth, and establish self-sustaining interventions.

1. Reaching Vulnerable Children & Youth with Economic Opportunities Jason Wolfe, USAID [email_address]