The EcoRise: Youth Empowerment through Green Entrepreneurship project tackles an urgent global need: equipping young people to address the escalating environmental crisis through innovation and entrepreneurship. As climate change and environmental degradation continue to pose existential threats, there is a critical demand for new, sustainable business solutions that can drive both economic growth and environmental preservation. Young people, as future leaders and innovators, must be empowered with the knowledge and tools to create green businesses that prioritize sustainability. This project seeks to provide practical skills, foster awareness, and promote collaboration among youth to turn environmental challenges into entrepreneurial opportunities that will contribute to sustainable development on both local and global scales. Key Objectives 1. Empowering Young People to Develop Green Business Ideas The project will provide young participants with training on sustainable business models and eco-innovation. Using non-formal education methods, participants will learn how to develop green business ideas that contribute to environmental sustainability. This objective focuses on giving young people the entrepreneurial tools they need to create business models aligned with sustainable practices. 2. Raising Awareness of Sustainable Development and Green Entrepreneurship Through hands-on activities and practical examples, the project will enhance participants' understanding of the link between entrepreneurship and sustainability. Participants will explore how green businesses support the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly Goal 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth) and Goal 13 (Climate Action), empowering them to think critically about the role of business in promoting sustainable development. 3. Building Capacity to Implement Sustainable Practices The project will not only help participants develop green business ideas but also equip them with the tools and knowledge to implement sustainable practices in their communities. This objective ensures that participants are able to apply what they have learned to make a tangible impact by promoting environmentally friendly practices and reducing the environmental footprint in their local contexts. 4. Fostering International Collaboration and Networking The project will create opportunities for participants from different countries to collaborate on green entrepreneurship projects. By facilitating cross-cultural learning and networking, participants will exchange ideas, build partnerships, and continue working together beyond the project's duration. This collaboration will promote global engagement and the exchange of sustainable ideas. By the end of the project, participants will have developed valuable entrepreneurial skills, gaining the ability to create and implement green business ideas. They will also have a deeper awareness of sustainable development and the role of green entrepreneurship in addressing global challenges. The project will build participants’ capacity to apply sustainable practices within their own communities, leading to long-term environmental benefits. Furthermore, participants will establish international networks, fostering collaboration that can extend into future projects focused on sustainability. Overall, the project will empower young people to take leadership roles in driving green entrepreneurship and contributing to the global effort to combat climate change.