Singapore International Foundation

The Young Social Entrepreneurs (YSE) programme aims to inspire, equip and enable youths from global communities to embark on social enterprises in Singapore and the region.

SIF seeks to nurture a regional network of social entrepreneurs and young leaders in the business of change making.

YSE 2012

YSE 2012 returns stronger and more exciting! It includes a 3-day workshop which will be held from 29 February to 2 March 2012 and followed with dialogue and networking sessions throughout the year.

You will be competing for opportunities to be mentored by leading business consultancy firms and to pitch your business proposals to a panel of judges. You can also vie for limited opportunities to participate in study visits to leading social enterprises in Thailand (Population and Development International) and India (Ashoka).

You will also have opportunities to learn from and interact with leading social entrepreneurs, business professionals and other youths who are keen on social innovation, while expanding your network of contacts for collaborations and partnerships.

All YSE participants become part of the SIF’s YSE global network. YSE network events include regular dialogues and networking sessions with SIF visitors/thought leaders, as well as Ideas for a Better World forum speakers, organised locally and overseas.  YSE alumni will also be invited to SIF’s other forums and networking events with business leaders, policy-makers, arts professionals and social leaders.

Be a changemaker, join our global network of Young Social Entrepreneurs!

If you believe that you have a business idea which has the potential to change your society for the better, participate in YSE 2012!

YSE 2012 is open to

• Singaporeans and international youths under the age of 25
• Individuals or groups of not more than three are selected based on the feasibility and sustainability of your social enterprise project idea, its impact on society and/or whether it addresses the identified social challenge.

Jump on the bandwagon to be part of SIF’s global movement towards building a better world!

* Download the application form here

The closing date for submission has been extended to 8 February 2012. For more information, please contact Jasmine Chew at jasmine.chew@sif.org.sg

“All in all, the YSE programme has not only inspired me to do better as a social entrepreneur but also teach me to be a better person. It is truly an opportunity of a lifetime to learn from people who has been in this field for the longest time.”

Justine Lee, Winner of YSE 2010 and
Winner of Stars of Shine Award 2011, Founder of Soule

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