FLAGSHIP PROGRAMMES
National Network
Egypt
Address
North 90 street Tagammo. New CairoCountry
City
CairoProvince
GizaMobile Phone
+201287328887Telephone
+201287328887E-Mail (2)
yenegypt@gmail.comYear of Establishment
2023Contact Person1
Hany AyaadJob Title 1
ChairpersonContact Person 2
Marguritee MagdyJob Title 2
Board MemberOrganisation Type
Non-Governmental OrganizationFields of Activity
Environment/Sustainable development, Innovation and Entrepreneurship, Youth and educationGeneral Information
Youth Entrepreneurs Association /Youth Entrepreneurs Network (YEN) is a dynamic Egyptian non-governmental organization officially registered under the Ministry of Social Solidarity in December 2023. Known in Arabic as "شباب رواد الأعمال المصرية," YEN serves as a strategic platform connecting vital stakeholders across Egypt's entrepreneurship ecosystem to foster innovation and economic development.
Mission and Objectives
Vision: Empowered by a network of enablers and entrepreneurs to transform ventures that are reshaping economies towards a brighter tomorrow.
Mission: YEN champions the empowerment of innovative entrepreneurship in Egypt. Through a strategic network of enablers and entrepreneurs, we foster a dynamic ecosystem that propels the growth and success of startups and SMEs, ultimately driving transformative economic development for the nation.
Strategic Approach: YEN operates as a dynamic platform that serves as the linchpin connecting all vital stakeholders within the entrepreneurship ecosystem, spanning the macro, meso, and micro levels for reshaping it to multiply and sustain the economic impact.
Main Projects / Activities
YEN delivers comprehensive support through various initiatives:
-Mentorship and Coaching Programs - Connecting entrepreneurs with industry experts
-Business Incubation Services - Supporting startups from ideation to growth
-Training and Capacity Building - Skill development workshops and courses
-Networking Events - Facilitating connections within the ecosystem
-Access to Funding - Linking entrepreneurs with investors and financial institutions
-Policy Advocacy - Representing entrepreneurship interests to the government
-Innovation Support - Promoting technology adoption and innovation
-Market Access Facilitation - Helping startups reach domestic and international markets
Recent projects under YEN Mandates:
-Global Entrepreneurship Week Partnership: Collaborated with SeifSpace Collective on the #SafeinBusiness mental health awareness campaign for entrepreneurs
-International Collaboration: Partnership with the Lee Kuan Yew Global Business Plan Competition, offering over S$1M in prizes
-Techne Summit Participation: Active involvement in Egypt's premier entrepreneurship summit
-Educational Integration: Promoting entrepreneurship education within universities and developing incubation programs
-Research Commercialization: Supporting the transition from academic research to viable business ventures
How can you contribute to the Network in your country?
-Cross-sector bridge-building: Our existing connections across macro (government), meso (institutions), and micro (entrepreneurs) levels can facilitate broader participation in intercultural initiatives
-Youth empowerment expertise: we can enhance ALF's focus on young voices through entrepreneurship-based dialogue programs
-Innovation in dialogue methods: Our experience with business incubation, networking events, and digital platforms can introduce fresh approaches to intercultural exchange
-Regional connectivity: Through our partnerships with organizations like Startups Without Borders and international networks, we can expand cross-Mediterranean entrepreneurial dialogue
-Sustainable development focus: Our work with startups and SMEs aligns with ALF's goals of promoting shared prosperity and economic cooperation across the Mediterranean
Why do you want to join the ALF Network?
YEN seeks ALF membership to amplify our mission of fostering entrepreneurship that reshapes economies through intercultural collaboration:
-Shared values alignment: Our core values of collaboration, innovation, and impact align perfectly with ALF's commitment to mutual understanding, diversity, and dialogue
-Mediterranean economic integration: Entrepreneurship naturally transcends borders - ALF's network provides the ideal platform to promote entrepreneurial dialogue that drives regional economic development
-Learning and capacity building: Access to ALF's 4,500+ member network across 42 countries will enhance our ability to support Egyptian entrepreneurs in accessing Mediterranean markets and partnerships
-Youth-focused synergy: ALF's emphasis on empowering young voices complements our mission of supporting young entrepreneurs as agents of economic and social transformation
-Cultural exchange through business: We believe entrepreneurial collaboration is one of the most effective forms of intercultural dialogue, creating sustainable economic relationships that build lasting understanding between communities
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