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Dominica Youth Business Trust (DYBT)

The Dominica Youth Business Trust (DYBT), established in May 2004, is dedicated to empowering Dominican youth aged 18 to 35 by facilitating access to financial, technical, and social assistance for developing viable businesses, thereby contributing to the national economy's growth. DYBT offers several key programs: • Entrepreneurship Development Programme (EDP): A comprehensive four-week training that includes one week of Achievement Motivation Training (AMT) and three weeks of entrepreneurship development sessions. This program equips young entrepreneurs with essential skills and knowledge for establishing and managing sustainable businesses. • Small Business Assistance Facility (SBAF): A three-day workshop designed for young individuals already in business, focusing on enhancing their entrepreneurial skills and business operations. • Mentorship Programme: Connects young entrepreneurs with experienced mentors who provide guidance, support, and advice to navigate the challenges of entrepreneurship. • Loan Guarantee Facility: provide a guarantee of up to XCD20,000 to clients in partnership with several financial institution in Dominica. Over its 20-year history, DYBT has supported over 1,500 young entrepreneurs across various sectors, including ICT, agro-processing, garment making, retail, catering, taxi operations, and tourism. DYBT is an initiative of the Commonwealth Youth Programme (CYP) and the Government of the Commonwealth of Dominica.

Headquarter Country

Dominica

Geographies served

Dominica

Issue areas addressed

Livelihoods

Communities served

Small island developing states, Small scale businesses, Youth

Happy to support with

Funding Support
Technology Support

Collaborators

Phillip Rolle

Dominica Youth Business Trust (DYBT), Dominica Youth Business Trust (DYBT)

 Roseau

The DYBT’s motivation for joining Catalyst 2030 aligns with that of other members of Youth Business Caribbean—to be part of a global community that supports both our organization and the entrepreneurs we serve. As a representative of a Small Island Developing State, we recognize that membership in such a network provides access to best practices, emerging technologies, funding opportunities, and cost-effective strategies, as we expand our engagement in the social entrepreneurship space.