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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. She continued to network to get the support that she needed.

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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. D éborah’s aim for the future of CAPAZ involves establishing a physical space to network and hold workshops for the community. government. government.

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Why Creativity is Essential for Entrepreneurs

Entrepreneurs' Organization

Television networks figured out new ways to produce live shows. Corporations and educational institutions had to find ways to bring people together for meetings and instruction. All are examples of creative thinking to solve problems. Entrepreneurship is a creative activity. Creativity is a job. Confront it.

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Creative ways to earn money in difficult times

Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

This is an opportunity to come out stronger and more resilient — and to get creative. Here are a few creative adjustments to financial difficulties that you might consider implementing. If your business primarily exists offline, you can also get creative by exploring opportunities online to reach a broader audience.

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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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Creative capital is the secret sauce, not venture capital

TechCrunch

To create a pathway for market success, startups need two essential assets groups: venture capital and creative capital. Creative capital comprises the design and development assets that bring an ingenious idea to life. So what is creative capital? Network partner sourcing and introductions. Why creative capital?

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The Startup Battlefield 200: Education, security and space edition

TechCrunch

The collective creativity, ingenuity and technical prowess of the Startup Battlefield 200 presented by Capital Connect by JP Morgan is nothing short of amazing. Today it’s education, security and space. Startup Battlefield 200: Education, security and space edition. Hungry for more? AltSchool Africa. Blazing Audio.