Objective of session: "Youth, Start-ups & Future Leadership"
The next era of applied science and technology will be shaped by young leaders, researchers and entrepreneurs. This session is dedicated to nurturing youth potential by providing mentorship, leadership training and global exposure. It emphasizes how empowering young innovators can accelerate progress toward the SDGs and create inclusive, future-ready societies.
As WCASET celebrates its golden jubilee, this session highlights the importance of investing in youth innovation ecosystems, ensuring that the legacy of applied science continues through the creativity, resilience and vision of the next generation.
Encouraging start-ups, social enterprises and student-led initiatives.
Building skills in communication, advocacy and strategic thinking.
Exchange programs, international collaborations and cross-cultural learning.
Integrating sustainability and innovation into education and career pathways.
Connecting young innovators with academia, industry and policymakers.
Strengthen education and capacity building for youth innovators.
Promote entrepreneurial pathways and decent work opportunities for young professionals.
Build global networks and partnerships that amplify youth-driven innovation.
Empowered next-generation leaders equipped with global perspectives and leadership skills.
Strengthened youth innovation ecosystems through mentorship and entrepreneurship support.
Global collaboration networks connecting young innovators with experts and institutions.
Scalable youth-driven solutions addressing multidisciplinary challenges aligned with SDGs.
Policy recommendations for integrating youth leadership into national and global innovation agendas.
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