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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. “We Bridging the Equal Opportunity Gap Shaivi Modi, EO Surat, echoes the challenges faced by women entrepreneurs globally.

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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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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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Innovating education and gender equality in Mexico

Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

Innovating education and gender equality in Mexico “Education is transformation. Through education, we can provide women with opportunities to change their lives,” says 2016 Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative (YLAI) Fellow Frissia Monsivais. Why is women’s empowerment so important?

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Reflections on the Origin Story of EO Global Leadership Academy (GLA)

Entrepreneurs' Organization

One of the highest-impact highlights of my EO journey has been participating in the creation of the EO Global Leadership Academy (GLA). Whether you have attended EO’s Leadership Academies or still look forward to the opportunity, the foundation upon which this remarkable programme was built is notable.

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How entrepreneurs are building resilience in their communities

Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

How entrepreneurs are building resilience in their communities. Communities, economies and trade benefit from strong businesses that have learned to weather unexpected challenges. Renewing Ecuadorian communities after a natural disaster. How a Jamaican financial educator perseveres through adversity. By Shannon Courtney.

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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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