The Youth Innovation Journey project is launching an open call for mentors to support the next generation of innovators across Europe. We are currently looking for 5 experienced mentors to join this transformative initiative and guide young people (aged 16-30) through a structured innovation and entrepreneurship development pathway.
If you are passionate about youth innovation, entrepreneurship education, and empowering young talents to turn ideas into impact, this is your opportunity to contribute to a high-visibility European initiative.
The Youth Innovation Journey project aims to create a structured innovation and entrepreneurship development pathway for young people, providing practical skills, professional mentoring, and international visibility.
The project introduces a new Youth Category within one of the world’s largest startup competitions, building a complete training, mentoring, and pitching process that enables young innovators to develop their ideas in a supportive environment and present them on a European stage.
Through this structured pathway, participants gain:
The initiative creates a safe and inspiring space where young people can explore ideas, experiment confidently, and connect with innovation communities across Europe.
The project is coordinated by MeOut Group and implemented in close cooperation with DevelopMe, EU-Startups, Stichting Euromove, and XO Association - Global Startup Awards. Together, the partners bring expertise from education, innovation ecosystems, startup development, and international collaboration, creating a safe and inspiring environment for young people to learn, experiment, and connect.
As part of the Youth Innovation Journey project, we are launching a call for mentors for youth innovation to select 5 mentors who will play a key role in guiding young participants throughout their innovation journey.
Selected mentors will:
More detailed mentoring guidelines and tools will be provided upon selection.
Becoming a mentor in this European youth entrepreneurship programme offers:
This is more than a mentoring role. It is a chance to actively contribute to innovation-driven education and support the development of sustainable, impactful ideas.
We welcome applications from professionals with experience in:
Experience in mentoring, coaching, or working within innovation ecosystems in Europe is considered an asset.
Interested candidates are invited to apply through the official application form here.
Application deadline: 6 of March
Selected mentors will be contacted directly with further details regarding timelines, responsibilities, and mentoring structure.
By joining the Youth Innovation Journey project as a mentor, you become part of a European effort to strengthen youth innovation pathways, bridge education and entrepreneurship, and provide young people with real opportunities to grow and lead.
This project is co-funded by the European Union.
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