Youth & Entrepreneurship
B.E.S.T
Build Empowered Skilled Tomorrow
Empowering the next generation of Ghanaian-Canadian entrepreneurs with skills, mentorship, and community.
15-30
AGES
About The Program
Empowering Young People to Lead Future Business
Youth in Business is a transformative training and empowerment program designed to equip young people with the critical skills, knowledge, and mindset needed to succeed in today’s competitive and evolving job market.
Through a comprehensive approach integrating entrepreneurship, leadership, financial literacy, digital skills, and life skills, participants gain practical experience through interactive workshops, leadership sessions, and networking with professionals, mentors, and fellow youth change makers.
About The Program
What the Program
Sets Out to Do
- Equip youth with entrepreneurial and business development skills to turn ideas into action.
- Enhance leadership potential, communication, and confidence in professional settings.
- Foster financial literacy, including budgeting, saving, investing, and funding strategies.
- Develop digital competencies such as e-commerce, content creation, and tech tools for business.
- Strengthen life skills including time management, problem-solving, goal setting, and teamwork.
- Connect youth with mentors, industry professionals, and peers to build lasting networks.
Target Audience
- Youth aged 15–30 interested in entrepreneurship or business
- High school and post-secondary students preparing for the workforce
- Young adults seeking to upgrade professional and personal development skills
- Youth-led start-ups or social enterprises
- Mentors, coaches, and professionals invested in youth success
Why Join
What You Gain
Market-Ready Skills
Gain practical skills and confidence for business or employment.
Financial Empowerment
Strengthened financial knowledge and economic literacy.
Digital Competence
Increased adaptability in a tech-driven world.
Powerful Network
Connected to mentors, supporters, and peers who invest in your success.
Community Leadership
Positioned as a leader and change maker in your community.
Ready to Invest in Yourself?
Register today and start your journey. Questions? Email m.boateng@gccc.ca