As part of the European Union SME Week 2026 events, the "Youth Start-Up Challenge 2026" is being organized for young entrepreneurs aged 18–25; young visionaries from our country with innovative start-up ideas may participate in the competition by applying to the European Commission. Specifically, the initiative seeks bold and innovative young entrepreneurs who develop solutions to challenges in areas such as green and digital transition, social inclusion, and economic resilience. Detailed information regarding this initiative is available at the following link:
https://futurium.ec.europa.eu/en/promoting-enterprise/youth-start-challenge
Young people with entrepreneurial ideas spanning various fields—from sustainability to digital innovation—may apply to the event by submitting a two-minute video and a brief business plan. Candidates must submit their applications directly to the European Commission via the link below no later than September 20, 2026:
https://ec.europa.eu/eusurvey/runner/759cca84-93e5-25f5-aa07-e69cb7377f6e