VIDEO: Inspiring and educating young entrepreneurs

Inspiring and educating young entrepreneurs

The United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) and the International Labour Organization (ILO) organized on 27 February the UN Face to Face video conversation, “Inspiring and Educating Young Entrepreneurs”. The panelists were Ms. Linda Ben, Owner, Leshaua’s and Executive Vice President, JCI International South Africa; and Ms. Esther Kyte, Associate Director, Commitment Departments, Clinton Global Initiative. The conversation was moderated by Mr. Kevin Cassidy, Communications and External Relations, International Labour Organization (ILO). The conversation highlighted: -The experiences of young, successful entrepreneurs, and what they feel must be done to enable other young persons to succeed in the world of work; -The role both the private sector and governments can play in assisting young people to overcome obstacles and thrive as entrepreneurs; and -What must be done to address the problem of jobs/skills mismatch The event was recorded by Point Studio, Inc. and transmitted live on UN ECOSOC Livestream