Our Partners

A Transnational Collaboration Between Sweden and Belgium

Partnership Overview

The Empowering Minds project is a collaboration between two experienced organizations committed to entrepreneurial education and personal development.

Youngcubator

📍 Halmstad, Sweden
Project Coordinator
About

Youngcubator is a non-profit organization focused on providing education in entrepreneurial and personal development. Since 2013, they have operated as an incubator, helping hundreds of individuals develop their skills through online coaching, workshops, and keynote sessions.

They have extensive experience leading projects in Sweden related to women's entrepreneurship and helping migrants integrate into the job market.

Role in the Project

As the project manager, Youngcubator is responsible for:

  • Overall implementation, management, and reporting
  • Leading the creation of the 12 video lectures
  • Managing communication activities
  • Running the mentoring sessions for participants

vzw Edushakers

📍 Leuven, Belgium
Project Partner
About

vzw Edushakers is a non-profit, experienced entrepreneurship incubator based in Leuven, Belgium. Edushakers has a strong background in supporting actors across all levels of education, from primary to adult.

Their expertise is built on 15 years of involvement in international Erasmus projects across Europe. They bring a wealth of experience as an international internship mediator and job shadowing organizer.

Role in the Project

As the co-leading partner, Edushakers brings:

  • Crucial expertise in EU-funded projects
  • Didactic, digital, and entrepreneurial skills
  • Development of all written study materials
  • Management of the project's evaluation
  • Hosting the final in-person meeting in Belgium

Transnational Collaboration

Together, Youngcubator and vzw Edushakers combine Swedish and Belgian expertise to create a comprehensive program that addresses the gaps in traditional business incubators by focusing on personal development and mental health alongside entrepreneurial skills.

Combined Strengths

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Entrepreneurial Expertise

Combined decades of experience in supporting entrepreneurs and business incubators across Europe.

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International Network

Strong connections in Swedish and Belgian entrepreneurial ecosystems, plus European Erasmus+ project experience.

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Holistic Approach

Unique focus on combining personal development, mental well-being, and entrepreneurial education.

Co-funded by the Erasmus+ Programme of the European Union