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Overcoming obstacles and transforming STEM education in Jamaica

Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

Overcoming obstacles and transforming STEM education in Jamaica By Zoe Sweet “All I wanted to do was make an impact that will transform the education system in Jamaica,” says Kavelle Hylton , a 2022 YLAI Fellow and founder of STEM Builders Learning Hub.

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Educate, Empower, Support: EO Women Entrepreneurs Are Leading the Way

Entrepreneurs' Organization

WEDO Canada’s mission is to educate, empower and support future women entrepreneurs by granting $1 million in scholarships to deserving female post-secondary students across Canada,” Milena said. As a speaker, I am often brought into rooms with women-owned, early-to-growth stage businesses, and I talk about the power of community. “As

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How this theater director built accessible creative spaces to connect communities in Peru 

Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

How this theater director built accessible creative spaces to connect communities in Peru By Jewelle Saunders “Art can transform society,” says Déborah Grández Seminario. Creating change for your community Déborah is the manager, producer and director of various cultural products on disability and inclusion.

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Creating agents of change with English language education in Argentina

Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

Creating agents of change with English language education in Argentina By Grace Zimlich 2022 YLAI Fellow Danila Blanco Travnicek has always been passionate about education and leading the charge of reforming the entrepreneur ecosystem in her home country of Argentina. Why do you believe that English education is so important?

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3 new ways to empower your entrepreneurial community

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In 2017, we shared 3 ways to empower your entrepreneurial community. Here are some additional recommendations for empowering your network in 2022. Racial wealth disparity is a major barrier to thriving communities and economic growth. Racial wealth disparity is a major barrier to thriving communities and economic growth.

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Announcing the Startup Battlefield 200 at TechCrunch Disrupt 2022

TechCrunch

TechCrunch Disrupt 2022 is weeks away, and today I’m thrilled to announce the 200 startups selected to participate in the first ever Startup Battlefield 200 cohort. Education, HR + Future of Work. Announcing the Startup Battlefield 200 at TechCrunch Disrupt 2022 by Neesha A. HealthTech + BioTech. Space + Security.

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2022 YC Year in Review

Y Combinator

In 2022, most of the world freed itself from the shackles of the COVID pandemic, everyone struggled with inflation, and a war broke out in Europe. Our top companies list grew by over 150 companies in 2022. Our programs, notably our batch program, underwent important changes in 2022. Other YC programs also improved in 2022.

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