Greek Students and Diaspora Compete in Innovators Contest

Students from Greece and the Greek diaspora are submitting proposals for the 6th NextGen Innovators National Student Entrepreneurship Competition, running until 23 March 2026. The competition, organised by Envolve Entrepreneurship under the auspices of the Ministry of Education, Religion and Sports, encourages entrepreneurial thinking, innovation, and sustainability through hands-on learning experiences.

Teams of middle and high school students, guided by teachers, mentors, market professionals, and innovation experts, develop business ideas with tangible social and environmental impact. Participants submit a full business plan, sustainability documentation, and a short video presenting their final concept. The programme teaches students teamwork, innovation, market communication, and practical entrepreneurship skills, while teachers strengthen their mentoring expertise and connect with a network of educators promoting innovation in schools.

Past winners gained access to international conferences, technology prizes, and professional training. One previous winning team travelled to New York for the UN General Assembly and the Concordia Annual Summit, interacting with global leaders on sustainability and social progress. Another team visited Brussels, attending European Parliament educational activities. Top teams also received technology prizes worth €2,500 and access to seminars and scholarships, with some presenting projects at the Delphi Economic Forum.

NextGen Innovators aims to inspire the next generation to create, lead, and innovate in a rapidly changing world. Since 2012, Envolve Entrepreneurship has developed skills in over 5,200 students and teachers, acting as a hub for entrepreneurship, innovation, and guidance.

Applications for the 6th NextGen Innovators are open: https://bit.ly/nextgeninnovators.