Discover the transformative outcomes achieved by Youth Living Labs:
ACTIVITY 01
Comprehensive Needs Analysis and Research
Conduct in-depth research to understand the unique needs of NEETs and youth workers, identifying key skill gaps in open innovation and design thinking to shape impactful training programs.
ACTIVITY 02
Innovative Non-Formal Training Programs
We will develop, and pilot four cutting-edge training modules designed to provide participants with the skills and tools needed to thrive in entrepreneurial and business contexts. The modules will cover Open Innovation Practices, Design Thinking Techniques, Digital Tools for Entrepreneurship, and Co-creation with SMEs. These programs aim to enhance participants’ problem-solving abilities, equipping them to address real-world challenges while fostering entrepreneurial and innovation skills.
ACTIVITY 03
Youth Living Labs: Co-Creation Spaces for Innovation
Six operational Youth Living Labs will be launched across partner regions to serve as dynamic hubs for collaboration between youth and businesses. These labs will focus on practical skill-building, providing spaces for collaborative problem-solving and the application of design thinking and open innovation. By fostering close ties between youth and local businesses, these labs will create opportunities for co-creation and strengthen participants’ ability to address community and business challenges.
ACTIVITY 04
Mentoring and Community-Building Programs
To ensure long-term impact, a mentoring framework will be developed to connect experienced professionals with NEETs, offering personalized guidance for skill development. Community-building activities will complement this framework by fostering strong, sustainable partnerships among youth, businesses, and other stakeholders. These programs aim to build lasting networks that empower NEETs and support their integration into entrepreneurial and professional environments.
ACTIVITY 05
Practical Guidelines for Replication and Sustainability
A comprehensive Best Practices Manual will be created to enable the replication of Youth Living Labs in new regions. This guide will provide a step-by-step approach to establishing these labs, along with proven strategies for fostering youth-led innovation and collaboration. By ensuring scalability and sustainability, the manual will empower other regions to adopt this model and drive impactful change in their communities.
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