On November 4, 2026, the Direction générale du Cadre de Vie (DGCV) and Give1Project, through its local operational arm JeufZone, signed a partnership agreement at the DGCV headquarters in Dakar. The ceremony was attended by Bouna SECK, Director-General of DGCV, and Thione NIANG, founder of Give1Project. This partnership aims to enhance the professional skills of DGCV agents recruited under the Xëyu Ndaw Yi program.
The partnership agreement provides for complementary training in various trades to help agents improve their skills, versatility, and ability to perform their assigned tasks. The DGCV hopes to build on the successes of the Xëyu Ndaw Yi program by offering agents new opportunities for qualification and professional development. This initiative reflects the DGCV's commitment to strengthening its human capital as a key driver of performance and quality improvement in its field interventions.
Bouna SECK, Director-General of DGCV, emphasized the need for concrete results from this partnership, aligned with the DGCV's mission and public expectations. He expressed his wish for the partnership to translate into tangible outcomes, such as better-maintained public spaces, more pleasant neighborhoods, and improved green spaces. SECK also highlighted the importance of promoting green jobs and training young people.
Thione NIANG, founder of Give1Project, welcomed the collaboration, which aims to use training and skills development to support professional integration and create opportunities for young people. The partnership between DGCV and Give1Project, through JeufZone, seeks to promote human capital development, agent professionalization, and jobs related to improving the living environment.
This partnership aligns with Senegal's national transformation agenda, "Sénégal 2050," led by President Bassirou Diomaye Diakhar FAYE. The agenda prioritizes human capital development, economic inclusion, and sustainable job promotion. By investing in the skills and competencies of its agents, the DGCV aims to enhance its service delivery and contribute to Senegal's long-term development goals.
The partnership between DGCV and Give1Project demonstrates a shared commitment to promoting youth employability and environmental sustainability. By providing training and development opportunities, the two organizations hope to empower young people and contribute to the creation of a more sustainable and equitable future for all.
As the partnership takes effect, expectations are high for the positive impact it will have on the lives of young people and the development of Senegal's communities. With a focus on practical skills development and job readiness, the initiative is poised to make a lasting difference in the country.
Key points
- The partnership aims to improve the skills and versatility of DGCV agents recruited under the Xëyu Ndaw Yi program.
- The initiative reflects the DGCV's commitment to strengthening its human capital as a key driver of performance and quality improvement.
- The partnership aligns with Senegal's national transformation agenda, prioritizing human capital development, economic inclusion, and sustainable job promotion.
