Join the United Planet Youth2Youth Impact Investing Program!

Are you ready to embark on an incredible 7-week journey that will broaden your international perspective, equip you with essential skills, and make a meaningful impact on the world? Look no further! United Planet invites you to participate in the life-changing Youth2Youth Impact Investing Program.

What is the Youth2Youth Impact Investing Program?

The Youth2Youth Impact Investing is a global initiative aimed at fostering sustainable and inclusive economic development through youth-led social entrepreneurship. It empowers young individuals to address economic challenges and drive positive change in their communities. The program equips participants with the skills and knowledge to become leaders in creating meaningful economic opportunities. All of this is done by leveraging the principles of impact investing and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) #8 (Promoting sustained, inclusive, and sustainable economic growth, full and productive employment and decent work for all) and #9 (Building resilient infrastructure, promoting inclusive and sustainable industrialization and fostering innovation).

Program highlights:

• Gain hands-on experience in impact investing and social entrepreneurship.
• Collaborate with peers from diverse backgrounds across Iraq, Syria, and the United States.
• Access mentorship from industry professionals and social entrepreneurs.
• Develop essential skills in financial literacy, global competencies, and critical analysis.
• Make a tangible impact on real-world social enterprises.

Why Join the Program?

• Expand Your Horizons: work together with people from around the world and broaden your global perspectives!
• Develop Key Work Skills: Enhance your skills and boost your readiness for future careers.
• Make a Difference: Contribute to solving critical global challenges.
• Boost Your Resume: Earn a Certificate in Global Citizen Leadership and a valuable letter of recommendation.
• Enhance Your Education: Align your learning with the interconnected world we live in.

Starting Date

The program orientation runs from June 17th until June 21st and will require a weekly commitment of 1-2 hours. The official program starts on June 24th and will run through August 9th, requiring a weekly commitment of 5-10 hours.

Application Details

Fill out our simple application form in just 10-15 minutes. Tell us why you want to join the program, share your educational and career plans, and acknowledge your commitment.

Funding and Fees

We are thrilled to announce that the Youth2Youth Impact Investing Program is fully funded!

Eligibility

The program is supported by a special funder and it is exclusively open to American, Syrian, and Iraqi undergraduate/postgraduate students, graduates, and young adults aged 18 to 35. We encourage those who are struggling to find their path in school, have never received mentorship, have no access to travel or international communities, etc. to apply.

Please note that we are accepting applications from people from the following U.S. states: Arizona, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Massachusetts, Michigan, New Mexico, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Vermont, West Virginia and Wisconsin.

Join us in shaping a brighter, more interconnected future. United Planet welcomes your application and nominations. Apply now and make a difference in the world!