UN Backs International Trade Centre's Youth Ecopreneur Programme
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What happened
The United Nations provided backing for the Youth Ecopreneur Programme (YECO), an initiative led by the International Trade Centre. This program offers training, mentorship, and a $10,000 prize to entrepreneurs under 35 from developing countries. YECO focuses on businesses addressing environmental challenges, specifically through Green Business Solutions or Land Restoration. Applications for the 2026-27 cycle close on November 22, 2026.
Why it matters
The program aims to help young entrepreneurs strengthen their businesses and scale solutions addressing environmental challenges. It supports businesses developing sustainable products, services, and low-carbon technologies. The initiative is part of the International Trade Centre's support for G20 initiatives, such as the Global Land Initiative.
Who's involved
- United NationsProvides backing and support for the Youth Ecopreneur Programme.
- International Trade CentreLeads the Youth Ecopreneur Programme.
- G20The program is linked to the G20 Global Land Initiative.
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
Might receive alignment with its core mission regarding equity-free funding for land restoration.
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The entities involved
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United Nations
global international and intergovernmental organization
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International Trade Centre
multilateral agency
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