SAGE Initiative

is an international project aimed at supporting young people aged 22 to 35, particularly those from groups at risk of social exclusion, such as women, individuals from rural areas, people with disabilities, those from low-income families, and migrants. The project's goal is to equip these young individuals with practical skills and knowledge necessary to manage social and ecological enterprises. The initiative is based on non-formal education methods and ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) principles to enhance youth entrepreneurship and employability.

Implemented by an international consortium of organizations from Poland, Spain, Italy, and Greece, the project includes various activities to support young entrepreneurs. These activities encompass educational workshops, mentoring programs, the creation of the e-SAGE educational platform, and the establishment of local Youth Impact Hubs in the mentioned countries.

The main objectives of the project are to strengthen youth entrepreneurship by providing tools and methods that support the development of social and ecological enterprises; increase the employability of young people by developing competencies in management, finance, innovation, and sustainable development; promote social inclusion, especially for groups at risk of exclusion; create and develop support networks, including mentoring, Impact Hubs centers, and an online platform for young entrepreneurs; and raise awareness about ESG and the importance of social and ecological entrepreneurship as key tools for socio-economic development. The project targets young people interested in social and ecological entrepreneurship, particularly those from disadvantaged groups; youth workers, trainers, and mentors who wish to support young entrepreneurs; social and educational organizations working towards developing youth competencies; and representatives from the business sector and public institutions interested in supporting innovative youth initiatives.

As a result of the project, tools such as the SAGE e-toolkit—a set of tools supporting the development of entrepreneurial competencies in the ESG area; the e-SAGE educational platform—a digital environment enabling learning, networking, and experience exchange among young entrepreneurs; an implementation guide—educational resources for trainers, mentors, and youth workers; a mentoring program connecting young entrepreneurs with experienced mentors who will help develop their business ideas; local Youth Impact Hubs—youth entrepreneurship support centers in Poland, Spain, Italy, and Greece; and the SAGE Success Journal—a collection of inspiring success stories of young entrepreneurs, will be developed.

The SAGE Initiative is a unique opportunity to support young people in building enterprises that combine innovation, social responsibility, and environmental care. Join our community and be part of positive change!

Our partners:

AMUEBLA is an innovation cluster from Murcia, Spain, bringing together companies and institutions from the furniture sector. With extensive experience in EU cooperation projects, it promotes sustainable development and competitiveness in the industry. In the SAGE project, it contributes its expertise in innovation, sustainability, and social responsibility to support young people in developing green and social entrepreneurship. Its involvement ensures a strong connection between industry needs and youth-driven eco-social innovation.

CEIPES is a non-profit organization based in Palermo, Italy, dedicated to promoting education and development through innovative methodologies and international cooperation. With over 16 years of experience, CEIPES has implemented more than 250 EU-funded projects, focusing on areas such as youth empowerment, social inclusion, sustainability, and digital innovation. In the SAGE Initiative, CEIPES contributes its expertise in fostering green and social entrepreneurship among youth, supporting the project’s mission to empower young individuals in creating sustainable and socially responsible ventures.

Innovation Hive is a private non-profit research organization based in Larissa, Greece, specializing in business and social innovation. Its mission is to develop effective solutions that address complex challenges facing society and industry. In the SAGE Initiative, Innovation Hive contributes its expertise in fostering green and social entrepreneurship among youth, supporting the project’s mission to empower young individuals in creating sustainable and socially responsible ventures.

EN Co-Funded by the EU_POS

Funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or the European Education and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA). Neither the European Union nor EACEA can be held responsible for them.

↑
Przejdź do treści