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Darija Walter
Ecological Association PLANTaža
Future Forward
The foundation is aiming to create changes in the environment and to encourage community participation, especially young people, whom we support in developing their own ideas and programs.
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Antoniya Georgieva
Knowledge Access Organization
Future Forward
The initiative enhances the skills of emerging researchers and students, giving them the tools to develop confidently in their field.
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Flori Ramona Enache
Stefanini Institute
Future Forward
Accessible workshops in communities about topics with prominent level of applicability in daily life with terms which can be understood by each category of age.
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Gustavs Mārtiņš Upmanis
MatchWork
Future Forward
An innovative platform, revolutionizes job matching by presenting the most suitable job candidates and companies, allowing them to 'swipe' and interact, leading to 15-minute interviews and potential job contracts - all in one platform.
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Vihren Mitev
Ecological Manifesto
Future Forward
The initiative works to inform, educate and empower youth and active citizens to be able to answer economic and social challenges in less populated areas in Bulgaria.
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Ivan Lauc
Plodovi
Future Forward
A specialized platform for facilitation of development and scaling of short chains, designed specifically to help small producers sell to their customers and manage their operations in one place.
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Oskars Grīslis
Intellect centers
Future Forward
Training sessions for children and adolescents, which contribute to the improvement of attention and concentration abilities, as well as working memory training.
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Maryia Hristova
AgriVentrures
Future Forward
A matchmaking interactive AI tool that helps to partner with agrifood and biotech startups and build strategies for funding and scaling of global solutions.
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Martin Vitek
MAXP
Future Forward
A unique solution providing a comprehensive, gamified program that combines skill development, career guidance, and direct connections to digital professionals.
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Abel Ababu & Abel T/Birhan
Think Hub Innovations
The Mastercard Foundation EdTech Fellowship
A hub than combines digital tools and practical STEM learning experiences like virtual labs and adaptive platforms to engage Ethiopian students.
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Fikru Yakob
Kelem Tutors
The Mastercard Foundation EdTech Fellowship
A blend of personalized tutoring with technology to support KG-12 students, addressing academic underperformance and creating mentorship opportunities.
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Tewelde Zemichael & Biniam Melkamu Hagos
Geez Education & Training (GET)
The Mastercard Foundation EdTech Fellowship
An organization bridges Ethiopia's digital skills gap through tailored EdTech platforms, an LMS, and digital skills training programs focused on empowering youth and underserved communities with skills for meaningful employment and entrepreneurship.
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