Startup Spark: Igniting Entrepreneurial Success – Our Project Took Place in Italy!
- WEST Latvia Entrepreneurship Club
- Jul 15, 2024
- 2 min read
Updated: Apr 15
We are proud to announce that our organization participated as a partner in the Erasmus+ youth mobility project Startup Spark: Igniting Entrepreneurial Success, which was successfully held in Italy between June 28 and July 6, 2024.
Funded under the Erasmus+ KA152-YOU – Mobility of Young People program (2023 Round 3), the project focused on empowering young people with entrepreneurial and digital entrepreneurship skills to help them become more innovative, confident, and active members of society.
Why Is Digital Entrepreneurship Important?
During the project, participants explored the growing importance of digital entrepreneurship and its role in shaping the future. Here are a few key takeaways:
It promotes innovation through the creation of digital products and services.
It contributes to economic growth and helps reduce unemployment.
It accelerates digital transformation and business efficiency.
It fosters an entrepreneurial mindset and builds strong business networks.
It provides solutions to social and environmental challenges, supporting sustainability and social responsibility.
Project Goals
The general objectives of the project included:
Raising awareness of the Erasmus+ Program and Youthpass Certificate,
Promoting inclusion, diversity, and intercultural dialogue,
Encouraging young people’s involvement in social responsibility and sustainability,
Combating discrimination, prejudice, and racism.
The specific objectives focused on:
Raising awareness about entrepreneurship and digital entrepreneurship,
Developing young people's digital literacy and skills,
Supporting individuals in turning business ideas into real initiatives,
Promoting creative thinking, innovation, and sustainability,
Strengthening the entrepreneurship ecosystem at local, regional, and national levels.
International Experience in Italy
The project brought together young people from different countries for a rich intercultural exchange. Participants:
Took part in interactive workshops on business development, digital marketing, and leadership,
Engaged in team-building and creative thinking activities,
Shared their cultures during intercultural nights and built lifelong friendships.
Youthpass Certificate
At the end of the mobility, all participants received a Youthpass Certificate, which officially recognized the skills and knowledge they gained throughout the project.
Through Startup Spark, we aimed to inspire youth to take initiative, embrace digital entrepreneurship, and make a difference in their communities. As an organization, we are proud to support projects that empower young people and foster innovation across borders.🌱🚀🌍

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