Five Social Entrepreneurship Ideas for Youth.
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| Five Social Entrepreneurship Ideas for Youth. |
Entrepreneurship is the process of identifying a specific business venture and starting to build it to generate financial profit. It is sometimes referred to as "construction" because one of the main objectives of entrepreneurship is to develop and elevate nations. However, many do not know that entrepreneurship does not always have to be a profitable venture; it can also be applied in community service sectors.
So, what exactly is social entrepreneurship? What is its purpose, and how can one start in this field?
Put, social entrepreneurship is the process of finding and applying innovative solutions to problems and challenges faced by society. The goal is often non-commercial, but that does not necessarily mean these solutions are provided completely free of charge. Social entrepreneurs may work towards goals such as improving the quality of life for individuals or fostering dialogue between different groups.
Today, there is a growing interest in the idea of social entrepreneurship. Young people in Jordan and the Arab world are no longer only interested in volunteering; they are now starting their projects to find solutions to the challenges they and those around them face. With the possibility of receiving financial support to bring your ideas to life, you can contribute effectively to societal development and progress.
If you are interested in this field and are looking for ideas to start a social impact project, we suggest you consider the following areas:
1. Innovation for Refugees:
Groups forced to leave their countries due to wars and armed conflicts face many challenges, such as difficulties in accessing appropriate training and education opportunities, as well as adapting to life in the host country. These challenges represent opportunities to develop innovative solutions to assist these communities, especially with the involvement of youth and individuals from local communities.
2. Education:
The school or university phase has a direct impact on a student's future. While it may seem that a student’s only concern is their studies, the reality is that many students face difficulties in securing books, finding suitable training opportunities, and receiving academic support, in addition to transportation costs and tuition fees. If you are a student, talk to the officials at your school, university, or college about the initiative you wish to undertake, and try to explain its importance and impact on other students. Before doing so, make sure to consult the students themselves to better understand their needs.
3. Youth Empowerment:
Do you have skills you can teach others? Have you received unique opportunities in the past, such as scholarships or funding for your project? You can create training programs for young leaders and talented individuals, empowering more people to become qualified to help others and develop community solutions themselves.
4. Languages:
Communication skills and language proficiency are among the most sought-after qualities by employers, as they open up wide horizons and numerous opportunities, such as cultural exchange programs and scholarships. Thus, a viable entrepreneurial idea could be connecting speakers of a particular language with those interested in learning it, or linking speakers of two languages where each is interested in learning the other’s language. With the large number of foreign students studying in Jordan and the Arab region, you can find many speakers of various foreign languages who are also interested in meeting people from the local community.
5. Environment:
The world is witnessing significant progress in social entrepreneurship projects aimed at protecting the environment and raising awareness about harmful practices, from food banks to recycling initiatives and more. This field is one of the newest opportunities for securing funding, especially from global organizations, due to the lack of sustainable youth-led solutions in developing countries. It is important to note that to increase your chances of securing support for your environmental project, try to present long-term solutions to the environmental issues affecting your community, which can also be applied to other local communities around the world.
