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The Influence of Work Place Values on Effective Utilization of Youth Enterprise Development Fund in Isiolo County, Kenya

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  • Joram Kiarie Njuguna

    (Chuka University)

  • Anne Sande

    (Chuka University)

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The study adopted correlational research and descriptive survey designs. The total study population was 9,602 people. This included a target population of 1,919 youths who have benefitted from YEDF and obtained from the 288 youth groups in Isiolo County. The population also included 7 YEDF officials and 7,676 community members. A sample of 384 respondents was obtained both proportionately and purposively. All the 7 YEDF officials participated in the study. Data collection was done using questionnaires and interviews. Reliability of the instruments was estimated using Cronbach Alpha Coefficients. Questionnaire for youths had a reliability coefficient index of 0.916 while questionnaire for community members had a reliability coefficient of 0.805 which were deemed reliable basing on the threshold set at 0.7 Cronbach Alpha Coefficient Index. Both questionnaires were self-administered. An interview schedule for the key informants was also used and filled by the respondents. Research assistants were hired to assist in the process. The respondents were given time to respond to the questionnaires and those who were not able to read or write were be assisted. Data was analyzed by use of descriptive and inferential statistics. The descriptive statistics used in the study was mean, standard deviation, percentages and frequencies while the inferential statistics used was linear regression. The study findings indicated that work place values had significant influence on effective utilization of youth enterprise development fund. The study recommended the use of an online application and notification process to reduce bottlenecks that prevent potential YEDF applicants from applying for the Fund. In addition, beneficiaries should be fully informed about risk assessment and management strategies prior to disbursement of funds. Research findings and recommendations could be used to guide further research as well as policy makers in relation to YEDF.

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  • Joram Kiarie Njuguna & Anne Sande, 2024. "The Influence of Work Place Values on Effective Utilization of Youth Enterprise Development Fund in Isiolo County, Kenya," International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science, International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science (IJRISS), vol. 8(10), pages 2465-2471, October.
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