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A First Step Into Internship

A 2-3 hours workshop for students aged 11-18, where they are introduced to social entrepreneurship where students explore real world problems, brainstorm solutions and pitch their ideas.

We have impacted 32,000+ learners across Asia, South Asia and Africa through ideation workshops.

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A 3-hour introduction to social entrepreneurship where students explore real-world problems, brainstorm solutions, and pitch their ideas. Delivered with school and community partners. Perfect for first-time innovators.

Trusted by 500+ companies worldwide

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Microsoft

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Trusted by 500+ companies worldwide

Salesforce

Microsoft

Oracle

ServiceNow

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Who Is It For?

Students aged 11–18 who are curious, motivated, and want their first exposure to entrepreneurial thinking.

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Time Commitment

2–3 hours (or a focused half-day workshop)

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Key Goal

Entrepreneurial mindset development

Who Is It For?

Students aged 11–18 who are curious, motivated, and want their first exposure to entrepreneurial thinking.

Time Commitment

2–3 hours (or a focused half-day workshop)

What students gain from the experience

Clear, practical takeaways that build confidence, creativity, and an entrepreneurial way of thinking.

Entrepreneurial mindset

Develop an action-oriented mindset focused on opportunity recognition, experimentation, and value creation.

Confidence to pitch ideas

Build the confidence to clearly articulate ideas, value propositions, and solutions to diverse audiences.

First understanding of problem-solving

Gain foundational exposure to structured problem-solving, from identifying challenges to evaluating solutions.

Experience working in small teams

Collaborate effectively in small teams, practicing communication, roles, and shared decision-making.

What the session covers

A fast-paced, interactive journey that takes students from curiosity to idea validation.

Introduction to the Entrepreneurship Mindset

Overview of entrepreneurial thinking, behaviors, and real-world applications.

Problem-Finding & Idea Generation

Learn techniques to identify meaningful problems and generate viable, user-centered ideas.

Rapid Prototyping

Translate ideas into quick, low-fidelity prototypes to test assumptions and gather feedback.

Team Formation

Form teams and establish working norms to support collaboration and execution.

Pitch Practice & Feedback

Practice pitching ideas and receive structured feedback to refine clarity and impact.

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Empowering Students, Measuring Success

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32,000+ students trained across Asia, South Asia & Africa

90% of students report increased confidence

Students who participate in ideation workshops also become a part of our bootcamps or internship programs.

Voices from Our Programs

Authentic reflections from students across different ages, regions, and backgrounds.

“I learnt about entrepreneurship, MVP, and differentiation between invention and innovation.”

Sana

14 years old

“Now I have a very good base overview on which to build more knowledge about how to create my own business or startup from scratch.”

Arista

15 years old

“It was extremely fun to communicate and bond with teammates and the mentors were extremely hilarious, thoughtful and helpful!”

Julie

13 years old

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All You Need to Know About Ideation Program

Quick answers to common questions about program delivery, customization, and participation.

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  • Our Ideation program is designed for complete beginners, making it easy for all students to engage and learn.

  • Yes! The workshop is adaptable and works well for diverse classrooms, ensuring every student can participate meaningfully.

  • Absolutely. We tailor examples and activities to your chosen themes, such as sustainability, community impact, or technology.

  • The school provides a classroom or hall, a projector, and basic stationery. YFS brings all other materials and support.

  • The program is available in both virtual and in-person formats, offering flexibility to suit your school’s needs.

  • Each session is ideally designed for 30–120 students, ensuring an engaging and interactive experience for all participants.

  • This program focuses on hands-on learning and skill development; certificates are not part of the curriculum.

Outcomes

Entrepreneurial mindset

Confidence to pitch ideas

First understanding of problem-solving

Experience working in small teams

Syllabus Snapshot

Introduction to the entrepreneurship mindset

Problem-finding & idea generation

Rapid prototyping

Team formation

Pitch practice + feedback

Testimonials

“I learnt about entrepreneurship, MVP, and differentiation between invention and innovation.”

Sana
14 years old

“Now I have a very good base overview on which to build more knowledge about how to create my own business or startup from scratch.”

Arista
15 years old

“It was extremely fun to communicate and bond with teammates and the mentors were extremely hilarious, thoughtful and helpful!”

Julie
13 years old
Frequently Asked Questions
  • Our Ideation program is designed for complete beginners, making it easy for all students to engage and learn.

  • Yes! The workshop is adaptable and works well for diverse classrooms, ensuring every student can participate meaningfully.

  • Absolutely. We tailor examples and activities to your chosen themes, such as sustainability, community impact, or technology.

  • The school provides a classroom or hall, a projector, and basic stationery. YFS brings all other materials and support.

  • The program is available in both virtual and in-person formats, offering flexibility to suit your school’s needs.

  • Each session is ideally designed for 30–120 students, ensuring an engaging and interactive experience for all participants.

  • This program focuses on hands-on learning and skill development; certificates are not part of the curriculum.

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Impact & Success

32000+  students trained in across Asia, South Asia & Africa

1,400+ students trained in 2024 across Asia & Africa

90% of students report increased confidence

Proven funnel: strong pipeline into Bootcamp & Speedrunning

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