Calling all young innovators: apply for BeChangeMaker 2025

Do you have a business idea that can bring positive change to your community? BeChangeMaker 2025 is now open for applications! Our annual online start-up accelerator is designed to equip aspiring social entrepreneurs with the skills, tools, and network to turn your ideas into impactful solutions.

BeChangeMaker, an initiative by WorldSkills and the HP Foundation, supported by UNESCO-UNEVOC, enables skilled young people to develop innovative business ideas that address social and environmental challenges. The programme welcomes UNIDO, PEN Worldwide, and the Yunus Environment Hub as new partners this year. Now in its ninth edition, BeChangeMaker has empowered hundreds of young people from around the world to promote community development and contribute to the achievement of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Taking place from June to October, the 30 selected teams will gain access to HP LIFE’s high-quality learning resources, designed specifically for entrepreneurs, business owners, students, and lifelong learners worldwide. Through dedicated coaching, mentoring, and access to a global network of potential supporters and investors, participants will gain the knowledge and confidence to make a real difference.

As the course progresses, the top five teams will be selected on the basis of two online pitches. The finalists will then showcase their ideas live at WorldSkills General Assembly 2025 in Croatia to a global audience for the opportunity to win cash prizes.

Key dates

• Applications are open until 31 May.
• The top 30 teams will be announced on 6 June.
• The programme officially kicks off on 13 June.
• Bootcamps and the final pitch will take place during WorldSkills General Assembly 2025 in Dubrovnik, Croatia, from 12–17 October.

How to apply

If you are between 18 and 35 years old and have a passion for solving social and environmental challenges through entrepreneurship, apply now and take your first step toward becoming a changemaker!

• Put together a team of up to five people and select a team leader, or join alone.
• Create a one-minute video introducing your team and project.
• Fill in the form on the BeChangeMaker2025 website and submit your application.

Don’t miss this opportunity to turn your ideas into action. Apply before 31 May and start your journey with BeChangeMaker 2025!

Need inspiration? Learn more about last year’s winner, team Sekofia from Nigeria.