The British Council in Sri Lanka is starting a cool new project. It’s called ‘Youth-led Green and Inclusive Initiatives in Businesses.’ It helps young leaders make their businesses more green and welcoming to everyone. They learn how to mix being eco-friendly with being a boss. This helps the planet and matches Sri Lanka’s dream of being more green by 2050.
Thirty young bosses from many jobs like farming, selling things, and travel are working together. They prove that caring for the Earth works in all kinds of work. At the start, at the Courtyard by Marriott, their goal to make things better and fairer was clear.
Key Takeaways
- British Council Sri Lanka’s project aligns with the national goal for a greener economy by 2050.
- Focuses on youth-led projects to drive eco-innovation and sustainability in various sectors.
- Thirty entrepreneurs receive guidance on sustainable business practices and inclusivity.
- Highlights the importance of green entrepreneurship within small and medium enterprises.
- The launch event celebrated the commitment to forging an inclusive business landscape.
Empowering Young Entrepreneurs for Eco-Friendly Change
The British Council in Sri Lanka is starting empowering young leaders. They focus sustainable development.
They connect youth entrepreneurship with caring for the environment. This can help Sri Lanka economic growth.
Background of British Council’s New Green Initiative
The British Council supports green SMEs. They are very important for the economy.
They want to help young entrepreneurs learn about being green. This will help make the economy more eco-friendly.
Objectives: Bridging Youth Entrepreneurship and Sustainability
The British Council wants to combine young leaders with caring for the environment. They believe in eco-efficient business.
The Role of Education and Skill Development in Sustainable Business Practices
- They give entrepreneurs tools for sustainable practices.
- They offer training for better and innovative businesses.
- They make a good place for young leaders to grow and help the economy.
British Council’s educational efforts aim to promote eco-friendly and profitable business ways. This will make Sri Lanka’s industry greener and more welcoming.
Strategic Partnerships and Collaborative Efforts
The British Council started ‘Youth-Led Green and Inclusive Initiatives in Businesses’. It’s a great example of strategic collaboration. It shows how working together can lead to big sustainable innovations.
This effort has made strong eco-system partnerships in Sri Lanka. These partnerships help speed up business development in Sri Lanka. They also support young leaders driving this big change.
The goal is to make the economy stronger and greener. To do this, the initiative has teamed up with important green organizations.
Green Movement of Sri Lanka and Lanka Social Ventures Partnership
The British Council joined hands with the Green Movement of Sri Lanka and Lanka Social Ventures. This move has made the green initiatives even more powerful. It has mixed the energy of Sri Lanka’s youth with green goals. This teamwork helps businesses be more eco-friendly.
Involvement of Export Development Board and National Innovation Agency
The Export Development Board and the National Innovation Agency have also helped a lot. They bring important insights and help to the program. This makes the program better and helps businesses grow in a green way.
Support and Contributions from Eco-System Partners
- Earth Dreams International
- Thuru
- Zero Trash
- Centre for Living Sustainability at the University of Highlands and Islands, Scotland
Sri Lanka’s entrepreneurs are getting help from many experts. These partners offer everything from new tech to global green ideas. This teamwork shows how powerful working together can be. It helps grow sustainable innovations in Sri Lanka’s businesses.
British Council launches Youth-Led Green and Inclusive Initiatives in Biz Project
The British Council in Sri Lanka has started a special project. It focuses on a green economy and making the country’s economy better. They introduced ‘Youth-Led Green and Inclusive Initiatives in Businesses’. This project helps young entrepreneurs learn about the importance of sustainability. It aims to lead the way in green and inclusive business practices.
Sanjeevani Munasinghe talked about how the British Council supports young people. They want to start sustainable businesses. The project offers guidance and support. It helps youth-led projects grow into eco-friendly and fair businesses. Manique Gunaratne spoke about including people with disabilities in these efforts. This made the project even more inclusive.
A talk led by Heminda Jayaweera focused on developing a ‘Sustainability Mindset’. Many people, including officials and business leaders, discussed how to be more sustainable. The British Council initiatives aim to create a community that cares about the planet and fairness. They want businesses and the environment to work together well. This will help make a better future for Sri Lanka and the whole world.
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