The European Commission's Digital Economy and Society Index (DESI) report indicated that nearly 43% of the EU population still lacks fundamental digital skills. The EU member states face a digital skills gap among younger generations, which is vital for their personal and professional growth. This issue was especially concerning for young people, particularly those from marginalized communities. According to a survey conducted by Dell Technologies, Gen Z recognized the necessity of developing digital skills for their future careers (36% planed to acquire new digital skills and 40% saw tech skills as essential to their future careers) but they were also frustrated that their education didn’t prepare them better for the business world. 44% said they were only taught basic computer skills, while one in ten said they were taught no tech or digital skills at school. Less educated people tend to have fewer digital competencies and a lower probability of developing them in the future. Therefore, a strong need emerged to empower youngsters with the skills and knowledge essential for success in the digital age. Additionally, young NEETs (Not in Education, Employment, or Training) became an important target, as the lack of digital skills is a significant barrier that prevents youngsters from finding good jobs. Entrepreneurs are crucial for the European Union (EU). They drive economic growth by creating new businesses, generating jobs, and fostering innovation. They contribute to the EU's economic prosperity and competitiveness on a global scale. However, again, unequal access to quality education hinders the development of essential entrepreneurial skills and knowledge. Without a strong educational foundation, individuals struggle with the complex process of business creation. Additionally, marginalized individuals have limited access to financial resources, such as savings or investment capital, which are crucial for starting and sustaining a business. This lack of financial security can be a significant barrier to entrepreneurship. So, starting a new business can be extremely difficult, as well as financially demanding. Luckily, some of the "stat-of-the-art" AI-powered online resources are extremely helpful for young entrepreneurs: helping them to identify the market needs; to develop business ideas; guide them through the different steps necessary to turn a business idea into reality; and reduce the costs by automating tasks, enhancing decision-making, and improving operational efficiency. AI was and still is emerging strongly, and we wanted to use it to propel youngsters into a better future. However, these resources remained largely out of reach for disadvantaged youth due to their limited exposure to AI tools. Youth workers play a pivotal role in society by providing crucial support and education to marginalized youngsters. Their significance lies in their ability to connect with and empower young people facing various challenges, such as social exclusion, economic disadvantages, or educational barriers. By offering guidance and imparting essential skills, Youth Workers had the potential to become a means to tackle the lack of digital competencies existing among the more marginalized younger generations. However, AI is new to everyone, and a significant number of Youth Workers, who themselves belong to the millennial generation, currently also lack proficiency in utilizing AI tools. So in order to have millennials helping GenZ, we needed first to empower them with the necessary knowledge. In alignment with the European Union's commitment to promoting social inclusion and equal opportunities, and with the Digital Europe Programme, the "AI Academy: The Young Entrepreneurs Hub" was a project dedicated to imparting essential AI skills to youth workers so that they could create entrepreneurial hubs in their communities and help peers and younger individuals unlock the potential for innovative entrepreneurship and digital advancement. The motivation to carry out this project stemmed from a recognition of a critical need in the community and beyond. The project was designed to address a multifaceted challenge involving digital skills, entrepreneurship, and social inclusion among young people. It was believed that AI and online tools had the potential to democratize entrepreneurship, making it accessible to a wider audience. The key objectives of the project were to: - Tackle the digital skills gap. - Empower youth workers. - Engage youth in entrepreneurship. - Promote the use of AI-powered tools. - Promote social inclusion and equity. - Promote cultural diversity and intercultural tolerance. - Stimulate young people's spirit of initiative, creativity, and active participation in society. - Develop a sense of belonging to the EU and its values. - Foster future cooperation among organizations. - Raise awareness about the Erasmus+ program.