The GROWTH project concludes successfully: A response to the challenges of Youth Entrepreneurship

KOZANI, Greece - June 5, 2025 - PRLog -- Youth unemployment, social exclusion, and limited opportunities for personal and professional growth remain ongoing challenges in many European countries. Despite various policy efforts, young people with fewer opportunities continue to face barriers to active participation in society and the economy, often due to a lack of skills, mentorship, or confidence.

To address these challenges, the European project GROWTH – An Innovative Approach to Engage European Youth in Positive Entrepreneurial Initiatives, offered a practical and inclusive framework for promoting youth entrepreneurship. Over 24 months, the project developed a range of educational tools grounded in positive psychology, non-formal learning, and entrepreneurial empowerment.

A highlight of the project was the final training event held in March 2025 in Viterbo, Italy, where youth and youth workers from six European countries came together to test the GROWTH materials. Participants engaged in hands-on sessions, mentoring, and pilot testing of digital tools, including the GROWTH Handbook, which combines theory, practical advice, and exercises to cultivate entrepreneurial thinking.

Among the project's most impactful tools is the Digital Board Game, which can be found on the  e-learning platform. Created by Innovation Bee, it allows users to experience entrepreneurship through simulated scenarios that are based on the curriculum modules. The game is designed to reinforce the theoretical content from the Handbook and Curriculum while offering an accessible, engaging environment for learning.

The GROWTH project also established a sustainable support model for youth professionals and organizations. Its tools are practical, adaptable, and freely accessible to both young learners and professionals.

Though the project officially concludes, its outcomes continue to create momentum. Innovation Bee remains committed to supporting youth through inclusive education and practical innovation.

For more information, visit the Innovation Bee website and the GROWTH project platform:
https://innovationbee.gr/
https://elearning.growth-project.eu/