How the EU supports startups: Venture Capital 101

On April 11, the Young European Ambassadors (YEAs) in Azerbaijan, in collaboration with SABAH.fund, organised an introductory session at the YEAs Office in Baku. The session focused on the fundamentals of venture capital, startup growth, and innovation ecosystems. Through presentations and interactive discussions, participants explored how investment supports entrepreneurship and examined the role of the European Union in fostering startup development, including initiatives such as EU4Business. The event created a practical learning environment for young people interested in business and innovation.

Results Achieved:

• Enhanced knowledge: Increased understanding of venture capital and startup funding mechanisms.
• Encouraged entrepreneurship: Inspired interest in innovation-driven careers and entrepreneurial thinking.
• Promoted EU support: Strengthened awareness of EU initiatives supporting startups and innovation ecosystems, including EU4Business.
• Fostered engagement: Facilitated interactive discussions and knowledge-sharing among participants.

Target Group: Young people interested in startups, entrepreneurship, and innovation

Collaboration: SABAH.fund