Educate

We ensure children and youth receive the education they need to define their own futures.

Employ

We train and generate livelihood opportunities for disadvantaged young people to thrive.

Empower

We empower children, youth, and communities across Bhutan to realize their full potential.

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Book a Youth Homestay at My Gakidh Village

My Gakidh Village, or “My Happy Village”, is a joint initiative of the Bhutan Youth Development Fund, Aide et Action International, World Wildlife Fund Bhutan and UNDP Bhutan, the first of its kind in Bhutan with the overall goal to curb rural-urban youth migration by providing sustainable livelihood skills and opportunities to unemployed youth within […]

YDF-RTC Need-Based Scholarship

The Bhutan Youth Development Fund (YDF) and the Royal Thimphu College (RTC) jointly provide 1 full scholarship under the YDF-RTC Need-Based Scholarship Programme. The scholarship will cover all tuition and boarding costs for the entire duration of the programme. Candidates with a minimum of 50% aggregate in English + best 3 subjects can apply for […]

Scholarship Announcement

SIX partial scholarships available to pursue higher studies (Class XI & XII) at various United World Colleges (UWCs) across the world.  S L # UWC School/College Type of Scholarship Slot Scholarship offered (in %) UWC contribution for 2 years (in Nu.) Applicant / Family contribution for 2 years (in Nu.)  Total amount for 2 years […]

Announcement

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The Nazhoen Pelri School (NPS) team invites interested parents for an Open House discussion and clarification on NPS philosophy, principles and services on 16th February 2023 from 5.30pm -7.30pm. Venue will be intimated later. Kindly confirm your attendance at the Open House through a message to Mr.Dechen Namgyel at 17631230 or email nazhoenpelrischool2023@gmail.com NPS will […]

Vacancy Announcement

The Bhutan Youth Development Fund (YDF) takes the pleasure to invite active, passionate Bhutanese nationals who love working with children aged 2.5 years to 11 years to join the prestigious Nazhoen Pelri School, YDF Campus, Thimphu as a Facilitator for the academic year 2023. Requirement: Should have an undergraduate degree from a prestigious college/university OR […]

About YDF

The Bhutan Youth Development Fund is working to ensure that all youth have equal access to education, meaningful employment and opportunities to develop their potential.

Since 1999, the YDF has served thousands of children and youth across Bhutan - with a special focus on the disadvantaged. We are Bhutan's leading youth organization and a senior member of civil society. Our programs and investments support youth development and participation, education, substance use prevention and treatment, disability rights, child protection, skills training, social entrepreneurship, well-being promotion, and policy advocacy.

From the President



Her Majesty the Queen Mother
Ashi Tseyring Pem Wangchuck

“The youth comprise more than half of our total population. Therefore, the way we handle the development of children and youth will have a crucial bearing on every development goal that this nation has set collectively."

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