Even before graduating from LP4Y, I secured a position at Burger King. Balancing full-day training with evening and overnight work was challenging, but LP4Y had prepared me with the discipline, resilience, and determination to succeed.

I joined Life Project 4 Youth hoping to make a difference in the lives of Young Adults. In the end, they made the greatest difference in mine. I came to support them and discover their purpose, but through them, I discovered my own.

My introduction to LP4Y came through the French Embassy in India, as part of a broader initiative connecting French-backed youth development programmes with young Indian entrepreneurs. When I was first approached to visit LP4Y's Training and Development Centre in Malvani, I said yes without fully knowing what I was walking into. I walked out changed.

At LP4Y's Green Village in Calauan, Philippines, Youth took the lead in celebrating Pride Month by organizing a community event dedicated to raising awareness and fostering understanding.

Before joining LP4Y, I lacked confidence in my future and was unsure about which career path I should choose. However, after becoming part of LP4Y, my life gradually began to change.

And that one step changed my life forever.

By Akari Khaing | Youth in TDC Yangon, Myanmar Akari Khaing My name is Akari Khaing, and my religious name is Jasmine. I am 19 years old and I live in Yangon. I dropped out of school in 2020 because of the Covid 19 virus. After that, there was a problem in our country which affected the political situation. I live with my mother. I have two sisters. Now I am working at Mintha Care Trade coLtd as an Admin Intern. I first heard about this training in July 2025 from STAR

By Milima Shrestha | Youth in TDC Kathmandu, Nepal Milima's Graduation My name is Milima Shrestha, and I am 29 years old from Kathmandu, Nepal. Before joining LP4Y in January 2025, I had no clear career plan and spent most of my time at home. One day, I learned about LP4Y through my neighbor, and with my family's support, I decided to join the program. At LP4Y, I gained many professional and personal skills that helped shape my future. In the Communication and Marketing Depar

By Valencia Putri Bilqhis | Star in TDC Surabaya, Indonesia My name is Valencia, and I am an LP4Y alumni, or as we are called here, a STARS. I would like to share a little about my life journey and how Life Project 4 Youth completely changed the direction of my life. When I look back, my journey has not always been easy. I had to stop attending university because of my family’s financial situation, and later I decided to move to another city. There, I spent quite a long time

By Amal Abdelzain | Youth in TDC Cairo, Egypt My name is Amal Abdelzain. I am 19 years old, and originally from Sudan. I have been living in Al Dokky, Cairo since March 3rd, 2023. I joined LP4Y in January and I am currently in management step. I am working in the HR and finance department. Before, I used to work in the Learning & Development department and the Partnerships department. Before LP4Y I was studying at the Faculty of Pharmacy in Sudan. I completed an internship w

What I am most proud of is being part of the LP4Y journey since 2019 and representing Nepal at the 15th Anniversary celebration in France (Agora).

By Theint Su Nandar Aye | Youth in TDC Yangon, Myanmar Theint Su Nandar Aye (right) with Wah Wah Htwe (left) during Graduation I officially joined LP4Y on December 15th, 2025, and that was the moment my life began to shine. My social anxiety vanished, and I transformed into someone with strong communication skills. LP4Y taught me how to be professional, from the way I dress to the way I carry myself. I have successfully developed a clear Life Project Plan and built many meani

Testimony written by Sana Khan for Lacoste's Center Visit | Youth, TDC Malwani, India Sana Khan Good morning everyone, My name is Sana Khan, and today I would like to share how Life Project 4 Youth (LP4Y) has played an important role in transforming my life. There was a time in my life when I was going through a very challenging phase personally and emotionally. I was facing uncertainty, self-doubt, and many responsibilities at a young age. During that time, becoming part of

Before I joined LP4Y, I felt like my life was just flowing without any clear direction. I lived day by day thinking, “Maybe this is just how my life will be.” I also often felt like giving up easily whenever I faced failure. It was hard for me to truly believe in myself. At one point, I got a freelance job at a hotel. Even though the experience didn’t last long, I was still grateful because it taught me about responsibility.

By Ranjana Chaudry | STAR, Green Village Budhanilkantha, Nepal Ranjana during Graduation There was a time when fear controlled my life, fear of failing, fear of speaking up, and fear of believing in myself. But gradually, I learned to face it. Every small effort made me stronger. My name is Ranjana Chaudhari. I am 23 years old and a member of Batch 37 of Green Village Nepal. My hometown is Lumbini Province, Dang, Nepal. From a young age, I wanted to make a difference in my li

Before joining LP4Y (Life Project 4 Youth), I was known only as a housewife, a mother, and an unemployed woman. I had responsibilities at home, but I did not have a professional identity or financial independence.

After completing my journey with LP4Y, many opportunities opened up for me. Today, I work as a freelance graphic designer, where I manage social media accounts, create visual content, and help brands communicate their ideas creatively. This role allows me to use both the technical and soft skills I developed. I am also a small business owner.

I’m not afraid, I just need a space to find direction and the courage to be myself. From that moment, my journey to discovering who I truly am finally began.

18 August 2025 became a turning point in my life. On that day, I joined LP4Y. From the very beginning, everything started to change.

By Muhammad Alif Ainurrohman, LP4Y STAR from TDC Surabaya, Indonesia (December 2024) I want to begin with my deepest gratitude to the Coaches who have guided us, mentored us, and shaped our character. Without their patience and support, I would never have had the confidence to stand here and share my story today. There is a saying: “If you don’t know someone, you can’t love them.” So let me introduce myself. My name is Muhammad Alif Ainurrohman . I am a graduate of an Islami