ABOUT
Our Mission
Discover how GYEC empowers young people worldwide to develop entrepreneurial thinking, tackle global challenges, and contribute to the UN Sustainable Development Goals. Learn how our programs foster creativity, leadership, and real-world problem-solving.
Competition Structure
Explore the multi-stage journey of GYEC—from the online Preliminary Round to global Regional Finals and the culminating World Championship. Understand how students form teams, choose SDG-aligned projects, receive mentorship, and present their solutions to international judges.
Global Partners & Mentors
Meet the universities, companies, and experts who support GYEC. Learn about the professors, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders who guide students through workshops, lectures, and project development across different countries and cultures.
A GYEC-inspired student built a school-review platform for families and peers.
Inspired by GYEC, Yitong is sparking global change with youth-led initiatives.
Joanna’s GYEC journey shows how young innovators redefine entrepreneurship.
Teen entrepreneur Lucas channels GYEC experience into real-world impact.
Who We Are
Our Mission
Why GYEC?
What You Can Achieve
Who We Are
Global Youth Entrepreneurship Competition @ Silicon Valley welcomes teenagers from around the world. This is where your curiosity grows, your ideas take shape, and your learning passion thrives.
Bring your initiatives to us—we support you through interactive workshops and individualized coaching. Throughout the competition, you will collaborate with talented peers, tackle real-world challenges, learn from successful entrepreneurs, and explore entrepreneurial culture through our Silicon Valley visit.
Our goal is to help you better understand your values, strengths, and areas for growth, so you can succeed wherever you go. Participants attend workshops on Entrepreneurial Mindset, Design Thinking, Marketing & Finance, and Leadership for SDG, along with personalized coaching sessions.
Our Mission
At GYE Zone, we believe young people can change the world—and we’re committed to helping you do exactly that.
We champion the United Nations’ 17 Sustainable Development Goals and empower global youth through experiential learning, challenging projects, and transformative mentorship.
GYEC gives high school students the chance to explore their passions, develop resilience, think globally, and take action. Our programs help you build an entrepreneurial mindset, thrive in cross-cultural environments, and unlock the confidence needed to turn ideas into impact.
Why GYEC?
Academic Resources from Top Universities
Through partnerships with UPenn (Graduate School of Education, Wharton, and Engineering), UCSB (University of California, Santa Barbara), and ZSEM (Zagreb School of Economics and Management), GYEC provides a strong academic foundation. Students learn entrepreneurship and innovation through workshops taught by top instructors.
Executive Mentorship from Silicon Valley
Participants work on SDG-aligned projects and final pitches under the guidance of Silicon Valley executives, gaining direct insights into real-world product development and problem-solving.
Global Community, Global Exposure
Connect with students and leaders from around the world. Winners of the U.S. Finals advance to the Global Finals—where you’ll pitch your ideas against top young entrepreneurs from every continent.
From Idea to Real Innovation
Identify a real-world problem. Build a solution with your team. Transform it into a sustainable project you’re proud of.
This is hands-on innovation, from beginning to business pitch.
What You Can Achieve
A True Entrepreneurial Mindset
Develop the confidence, creativity, and leadership skills that define successful innovators. Learn from CEOs, founders, and Ivy League scholars who want to see you win.
Earn Transferable College Credits
Complete the UCSB and ZSEM Entrepreneurship Program and walk away with transferable college credits, official transcripts, and recommendation letters.
Theory Meets Practice
Turn classroom learning into real-world results. With expert guidance, you’ll craft a feasible business plan and deliver a polished final pitch addressing one of the 17 SDGs.
Scholarships & Official Recognition
Every participant receives official certification from the GYEC Committee, and top teams earn up to USD 10,000 in entrepreneurship scholarships.
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