About Course

The Youth Entrepreneurship & Empowerment Program (YEEP) is a hybrid entrepreneurship bootcamp tailored for Black youth aged 15–25 living in Surrey, BC. Co-designed and delivered by Thrive-4-Blacks Community Services Society (Thrive4Blacks) and Impact Toolbox, this three-month program combines experiential learning, real-world mentorship, and access to a rich online course to help youth develop practical entrepreneurial skills and the confidence to launch ventures rooted in their passions and community needs.

This online course mirrors and deepens in-person learning through real-world examples, interactive modules, and hands-on projects. Between sessions, participants will complete digital assignments that reinforce the topics covered.

What Will You Learn?

  • Entrepreneurship and Social Entrepreneurial Journey
  • Exploring the Impact You Want to Make
  • Problem Identification and Analysis
  • Coming up with and Developing Your Innovative Solution
  • Pitching Your Ideas and Telling Stories

Course Content

Entrepreneurship for Social Good
These lessons delve into the concept entrepreneurship and social impact and provide insights into the expectations of innovative entrepreneurs who may consider entrepreneurship as a means of making a positive difference in society.

  • Lesson One: Entrepreneurship and Social Entrepreneurial Journey
  • Lesson Two: Exploring the Impact You Want to Make
  • Lesson Three: Problem Identification and Analysis

Developing Your Business Ideas
This section provides guidance on how to identify solutions and develop your innovative business solutions

Presenting Your Business Idea
In the session you will learn how to tell your stories and present your business ideas to community and potential supporters

Earn a Certificate

Celebrate your journey and showcase your impact.

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