True generosity is measured not by how much we give, but by the love we put into giving. Our mission is to create opportunities, empower youth and women, and develop capacities to face global challenges. At the same time, we aim to build a positive image of the Mediterranean through collaboration and sustainable partnerships.
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Who we are
Mediterranean Youth Foundation for Development – MYF
“MYF, the first youth foundation oriented to Mediterranean countries, that has been established in the Arab Republic of Egypt in 2018. It is led by youth/women and aims to serve youth, by involving them in social life, especially youth and women with fewer opportunities to promote their participation in building youth/women-friendly societies.”
“It is a central not-for-profit organization registered with the Egyptian Ministry of Social Solidarity under No. 6563/2018, 982/2021. It enjoys public authority privileges under the ministerial decree granting it public benefit status No. 207 for the year 2023. The organization works to promote cultural and youth cooperation in the Euro-Mediterranean.”
MYF, the first youth foundation oriented to Mediterranean
MYF, the first youth foundation oriented to Mediterranean countries, that has been established in the Arab Republic of Egypt in 2018. It is led by youth/women and aims to serve youth, by involving them in social life, especially youth and women with fewer opportunities to promote their participation in building youth/women-friendly societies.
In addition, MYF is the first Egyptian foundation
In addition, MYF is the first Egyptian foundation to win King Hamad Award for Youth Empowerment to Achieve Sustainable Development Goals, Youth Empowerment Category for 2020. It has also been awarded the United Nations and BMW Prize for Innovation and Intercultural Dialogue (Intercultural Innovation Hub – IIH) 2021.
Moreover, it has been accredited as a permanent
Moreover, it has been accredited as a permanent observer member, at the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) in 2022 and the Foundation has also been granted special advisory membership in the Economic and Social Council of the United Nations in 2023.
Key Milestones in MYF Journey
An overview of the major milestones that mark MYF’s progress and contribution to youth empowerment and sustainable development.
2018
Establishment of Mediterranean Youth Foundation for Development - MYF
2019
Obtaining the quality label from the European Union as a sending and hosting foundation to send/host volunteers to and from European Union countries.
2020
Obtaining the King Hamad Award (King of the Kingdom of Bahrain) for youth empowerment to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals - Youth Empowerment Category.
2021
Obtaining the United Nations and BMW Prize for Innovation and Intercultural Dialogue (Intercultural Innovation Hub - IIH), with the support of Accenture.
2022
Accreditation as a permanent observer member, to be the second Egyptian foundation in history to obtain permanent membership in the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change UNFCCC
2023
Granted special advisory membership in the United Nations Economic and Social Council + Granted the status of public benefit from the Egyptian government (enjoying the privileges of public authority).
2024
Accredited by the United Nations Environment Program.
2025
Obtained the accreditation from both the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) and the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD).
Our Meet
Meet our awesome people
Yasmeen Aladdin
Elected Co-President
Khaled Ali Gad
Secretary General
Mohamed Taha
Treasurer
Samia Khalil
Member of the Board of Trustees
Nada Nabil Okba
Member of the Board of Trustees
Alaa Motawea
Member of the Board of Trustees
Youssef Aroog
Elected Co-President
Our Priorities
Education & Empowerment
Supporting marginalized youth
Civic participation
Skills & non-formal education
Peace & Human fraternity
Cultural heritage preservation
Our Objectives
Promoting a culture of intercultural dialogue and cultural pluralism among the Mediterranean and neighboring countries.
Building youth capacities to keep pace with development and face global challenges (technological, environmental and climatic).
Contributing to achieving and promoting the fourth, fifth, sixth, eighth, tenth, thirteenth, sixteenth, and seventeenth SDGs.
Enhancing youth participation to achieve peace, security and human fraternity.
Involving youth who have less access to opportunities in social life.
Empowering young women in societies with less access to opportunities and helping them navigate beyond borders.
Building partnerships to exchange and apply best regional and international practices in the field of youth, women and environment.
Our Mission & Commitment
MYF Objectives
- Promoting a culture of intercultural dialogue and cultural pluralism among the Mediterranean and neighboring countries.
- Building youth capacities to keep pace with development and face global challenges (technological, environmental and climatic).
- Contributing to achieving and promoting the fourth, fifth, sixth, eighth, tenth, thirteenth, sixteenth, and seventeenth SDGs.
- Enhancing youth participation to achieve peace, security and human fraternity.
- Involving youth who have less access to opportunities in social life.
- Empowering young women in societies with less access to opportunities and helping them navigate beyond borders.
- Building partnerships to exchange and apply best regional and international practices in the field of youth, women and environment.
Our priorities
- Facilitating movement
- Upbringing, literacy and Education in the field of human rights
- Partnerships to achieve goals
- Working for youth, women and the environment
- Working with refugees
- Capacity building in the field of youth work
Our Value
MYF Vision
MYF aspires to become the leading green and sustainable international youth organization, fostering representation and empowerment of young people across the Mediterranean region and its neighboring countries. We envision a future where young people of all genders engage in meaningful intercultural and intergenerational dialogue, contributing to positive change and development.
MYF Mission
The Mediterranean Youth Foundation fosters cultural and youth cooperation between countries overlooking the Mediterranean Sea and its neighboring regions. Through the implementation of impactful cultural exchange programs, the MYF strives to empower young people, facilitate communication and promote peacebuilding within the region.
Be our Partner
At the Mediterranean Youth Foundation for Development, we believe in the importance and necessity of networking. We welcome partnerships with stakeholders whose scope of work aligns with youth development. We encourage collaboration with those willing to provide .We also welcome participation in the preparation, planning, and organization of any initiatives/projects that align with our mission and scope of work.
Let’s Build Partnerships Together
At MYF, we value strong and meaningful partnerships.
We collaborate with organizations, institutions, and initiatives to create sustainable impact and empower youth and women across the Euro-Mediterranean region.
Al-Azhar Observatory
Anna Lindh Foundation
BMW
Centre for European Initiatives - Bulgaria
Dione Youth Organization
ECOSOC
Erasmus+ Student and Alumni Alliance
Erasmus+
Eurpean Solidarity Corps
European Commission
giz
International United for Migration
KAICIID
King Hamad Award
Med Baltic Organization
Ministry of Environment
Mediterranean Youth Task Force
Ministry of Youth and Sports - Republic of Lebanon
Ministry of Social Solidarity
Muslim Council of Elders
The Higher Committee of Human Fraternity
ministry-of-youth-and-sports
The European Union in Egypt
The Intercutural Innovation Award
Vitatiim
The National Council for Human Rights
UfM
UN Women
United Nations
YOUNGO
Our Networks
We collaborate with organizations, institutions, and initiatives to create sustainable impact and empower youth and women across the Euro-Mediterranean region.
Accreditation as a Permanent Observer member in the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change – UNFCCC
Consultive Status Membership in the United Nations Economic and Social Council – ECOSOC
Member of The Egyptian Anna Lindh National Network – ALF
Member of The World Health Organization Regional Youth Council – WHO EMRO
Member of The International Partnership on Religion and Sustainable Development – PaRD
Member of Climate Action Network CAN-Arab World
Member of Mediterranean Youth Network – Jeunessesmed
Member of NGO Committee on the Status of Women
Member of YouthproAktiv Network
MYF Organizational Structure
Our structure brings together strategic leadership, operational management, expert advisory support, and emerging young talents, working collectively to advance MYF’s mission and maximize its impact across the Euro-Mediterranean region.
Board of Trustees – The Strategic Core
Providing strategic direction and governance for MYF. Ensuring alignment with the foundation’s mission, values, and long-term vision.
Executive Management – Driving Operations
Leading MYF’s day-to-day operations and implementation. Overseeing programs, partnerships, and organizational performance.
Interns – Shaping the Future
Supporting MYF’s work across different departments. Contributing fresh ideas while gaining practical experience.
Advisory & Support Roles – Expertise in Action
Providing expert guidance and diverse perspectives. Supporting decision-making and strengthening MYF’s impact.
Capacity Building Field
Project’s name: No One Behind
Cultural Exchange and Intercultural Dialogue Field:
Project’s name: Mediterranean Youth on Track
Environment and Climate Change Field:
Mediterranean Initiative for Climate
Youth Studies and Policies Field:
Mediterranean Youth Center for Youth Studies and Policies
International Volunteering Field:
Project’s name: Mediterranean Youth Volunteers.
Safe Spaces and Social Capital Building Field:
Project’s name: Mediterranean Youth Café.
``Youth, Peace and Human Fraternity Field``
Dialogue on the Human Fraternity Document
Gender Justice Field:
Mediterranean Women Ship
Youth / Human Rights Field:
The Mediterranean initiative for Human Rights Education Through Art and Sport
Immigration, Refugees and Asylum seekers Field:
Humans of the Mediterranean (A New Mediterranean for All)
Social Entrepreneurship Field:
Mediterranean Youth Incubator
The Mediterranean: A Crossroads of Civilizations
The Mediterranean Sea is a bridge between East and West, uniting Europe, Asia, and Africa, and has been a center of civilizations, knowledge, and the pursuit of rights and freedom throughout history—from ancient Egypt and Greece to the enduring legacy of Al-Andalus.
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Theory of Change
Creating Sustainable Impact Across the Euro-Mediterranean Region
Our Theory of Change explains how our initiatives generate long-term impact by empowering youth, fostering cultural dialogue, and strengthening community connections across the Euro-Mediterranean region. Through collaboration, shared values, and inclusive participation, we aim to build resilient societies and meaningful cross-border engagement.
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Our Vision for Change
"Our Theory of Change: Empowering
youth and fostering culturalcooperation to build
peaceful and sustainable societies across the Mediterranean."
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Our Path to Change
"We believe cultural dialogue and youth empowerment
are key to building inclusive, just, and active communities."
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Guiding Our Path to Impact
"Our theory of change guides us to design projects that
address regional needs, empower youth, and foster
cultural dialogue for a peaceful and sustainable Mediterranean."
The Mediterranean Sea serves as a bridge for dialogue between the East and the West, acting as a convergence point for its three continents: Europe, Asia, and Africa. Its coastal regions have witnessed the radiance of knowledge and the unwavering pursuit of rights and freedom throughout history, hosting the ancient Greek civilization, being the cradle of the earliest civilizations, notably in ancient Egypt, as well as leaving a profound impact on the human spirit, as exemplified by the rich heritage of Al-Andalus.
Inspired by this unique human blend, we embrace the Mediterranean not only as a geographical location but also as a symbol of unity. United in purpose, we strive to foster unity of thought and collectively address the challenges that lie ahead.
The idea of Mediterranean Youth Foundation came after we, the founders, have participated in many international events in which thousands and hundreds of youths around the world took part, whether inside or outside Egypt. However, at the end of each event, we would stay thinking about how we could benefit from the international relations network and keep in touch with each other continuously.
Out of this thinking, we got the idea of constructing a cooperative umbrella through which we can work on mutual development projects to create a positive impact on our societies. Moreover, we can exchange ideas and opinions to be in contact with each other constantly.
After the consultation with the Assistant to the Minister of Youth and Sports in Egypt (Dr. Youssef Wardani), we decided that this umbrella will be a Mediterranean-oriented foundation and will mainly target the Mediterranean and the neighboring countries.
Furthermore, we have chosen the name of the Mediterranean Youth Foundation for Development based on the scope of its work in the Mediterranean countries, which focuses on cultural exchange, youth empowerment and building youth-friendly societies. Finally, MYF was established on October 30, 2018, and it was legally recognized on January 27, 2019. The Mediterranean Youth Foundation provides a model of youth civil society led by youth under the age of 29.
Our message triangle focuses on:
– Contributing to the achievement and promotion of Sustainable Development Goals 4, 5, 6, 8, 10,13, 16, and 17
– Empowering young women in communities with less access to opportunities
– Building partnerships to exchange and apply regional and international best practices in the field of youth, women and environmental.
Empowering youth and women, facilitating movement and facing challenges in the Euro-Mediterranean region.
– Promoting a culture of intercultural dialogue and cultural pluralism among the Mediterranean and neighboring countries.
– Building youth capacities to keep pace with development and face global challenges (technological, environmental and climatic).
– Contributing to achieving and promoting the fourth, fifth, sixth, eighth, tenth, thirteenth, sixteenth, and seventeenth SDGs.
– Enhancing youth participation to achieve peace, security and human fraternity.
– Involving youth who have less access to opportunities in social life.
– Empowering young women in societies with less access to opportunities and helping them navigate beyond borders.
– Building partnerships to exchange and apply best regional and international practices in the field of youth, women and environment.
- Facilitating movement
- Upbringing, literacy and Education in the field of human rights
- Partnerships to achieve goals
- Working for youth, women and the environment
- Working with refugees
- Capacity building in the field of youth work
Human Fraternity – Solidarity – Mobility Freedom – Justice