An investable theory of change for early talent.

Wrong study and career choices are a measurable social cost. YTAA addresses them at the moment they are made — at 15–18 — with an evidence-based, GDPR-compliant assessment and orientation methodology, ready for European consortium funding.

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Theory of change

Problem
Problem: adolescents choose education and career paths blindly; self-reported orientation tools don’t show real behaviour; employers meet talent too late.
Activities
Activities: game-based competency assessment; personal reports and career maps; verified university pathways; development tracks with mentors and cases.
Results
Results: participants make informed choices; universities meet motivated applicants; employers access evidenced early talent.
Impact
Impact: fewer dropouts and wrong choices; fairer access to education and first career opportunities; a trusted cross-border standard for early talent.

Legal status and governance

YTAA is a vereniging (association with full legal capacity) based in The Hague, Netherlands. It is governed by a board under Dutch association law, with a conflict-of-interest policy, transparent financial rules and an advisory board.

EU priorities alignment

YTAA’s focus maps directly onto Erasmus+ Youth priorities (quality youth work, recognition of non-formal learning), the European Skills Agenda and the Union of Skills. YTAA is a member of the Pact for Skills [after joining]. We are currently forming consortia for Erasmus+ Youth Cooperation Partnerships (lump-sum €120,000–400,000, 12–36 months) and are looking for youth-work and education partners from EU member states and associated countries.

Ready consortium topics

Evidence-based career orientation for 15–18-year-olds

Validating game-based competency assessment across three countries.

School-to-university-to-work transitions

Talent-to-pathway orientation with verified university information and employer cases.

Inclusive orientation

Sponsored access for participants from underrepresented regions and families.