The STUDentrepreneurs project is an exciting EU initiative designed to cultivate entrepreneurial mindsets among STEM students, equipping them with the skills, knowledge and motivation to drive social innovation and sustainable development.
By bridging the gap between Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM) and social entrepreneurship, this project fosters creative problem-solving, digitized learning experiences and collaborative international engagement. Through innovative training, students will gain the tools to create impactful businesses that address social, economic and environmental challenges—all aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Project Vision: STEM Meets Social Entrepreneurship
- Innovation-Driven Learning – Empowering young minds to think beyond traditional entrepreneurship by merging STEM disciplines with social impact models.
- Skills & Capacity Building – Providing students with real-world entrepreneurial skills, enabling them to develop sustainable business models and social enterprises.
- Global Challenges, Local Solutions – Encouraging students to tackle pressing societal issues such as climate change, inequality and digital inclusion through entrepreneurship.
- Technology for Social Good – Supporting the digital transformation of learning, especially for vulnerable youth, by offering online and distance learning opportunities.
- Cultivating Change-Makers – Training young entrepreneurs to design sustainable solutions that make a real difference in their communities.
European Priority:
The project aligns with the EU priority of Common Values, Civic Engagement and Participation, emphasizing active citizenship, social responsibility and global collaboration through entrepreneurship.
Project Duration:
📅 18 months (2024–2025)
Participating Countries & Partners:
This ambitious initiative is driven by three forward-thinking organizations dedicated to entrepreneurial education, social innovation and sustainability:
- Kauzi Foundation (Bulgaria)
- Jovesolides (Spain)
- Liofyllo SCEÂ (Greece)
How STUDentrepreneurs is Transforming Education:
🔹 Merging Non-Formal Learning & STEM – Blending practical training, real-world projects and scientific disciplines to create a holistic entrepreneurship program.
🔹 Entrepreneurship for the Greater Good – Teaching young professionals how to launch impactful ventures with a strong social and environmental mission.
🔹 Technology as a Driver of Change – Providing digital resources and innovative tools to ensure that all students, including those from vulnerable backgrounds, can fully engage in entrepreneurial learning.
🔹 Connecting Theory to Action – Engaging students in hands-on projects, cross-border collaboration and real-world problem-solving.
By the end of this program, a new generation of STEM-based social entrepreneurs will emerge, equipped with the skills to build sustainable businesses, drive digital transformation and create solutions for a better world.