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🚨 It’s finally here! The Impact Blueprint is live 🎉✨ Ready to turn your passion into a career with purpose? 🌍 Follow Martin, SIA’s Communications Lead, as he travels across Europe, meeting young people who’ve cracked the code on making money and making a difference 🤗 🎬 First 7 episodes are now streaming on YouTube— https://sia.click/HKjiF The Impact Blueprint is the first-ever video series for young people on making a living doing what you love while creating positive change. This 10-part series is packed with real stories, actionable tips, and everything you need to start your own impact journey 🌿 But wait, there’s more 😊🐒 Dive deeper with our 7-Day Finding Purpose Challenge—daily exercises to help you take the lessons from the series and turn them into action. Ready to build your own blueprint for a career that matters? This is part of the Future Forward project in collaboration with Reach for Change. Thanks to our partners and all the incredible people who we interviewed for making this happen. All the videos shot and edited by amazing people at Fraem OG 👏 👏 👏 SAP, ERSTE Foundation, makesense, beVisioneers: The Mercedes-Benz Fellowship, Euclid Network - the European Social Enterprise Network (EN), NGO Academy, World Fair Trade Organization (WFTO), World Summit Awards, Unity Effect, The Wellbeing Project, We Are Family Foundation, Watson Institute, enpact, One Young World, UNLEASH, International Baccalaureate, Student Energy. Markéta Adamová Luca S. Lukas Burnar Jure Jakomin Anuša Kovačič Jakob Detering Martina Bolibruchova Julian Gerhart Laureen Höllge Jonas Dinger Martin Nicolai Tereza Jurečková Sarah Haas #ImpactBlueprint #socialimpact #youthempowerment #youtubeseries #purposedriven #youngentrepreneurs #positivechange #sustainablefuture #impactjourney Funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or European Commission. Neither the European Union nor the granting authority can be held responsible for them.

Let’s look back at the unforgettable 3 day of the SIA Summit 2024 in Germany 🚀✨ 3 days packed with knowledge, inspiration, meaningful exchanges, new connections, and the formation of exciting partnerships. 🌟 We were thrilled to welcome SIA winners from all over the world—including India and Mexico—who came together in Germany to celebrate innovation and impact. A huge thank you to all the incredible speakers, country coordinators, winners, alumni, partners, sponsors, and the entire SIA team for making this event so special 💛 Your energy, ideas, and passion are what make the SIA community truly one of a kind. But this isn’t the end—it’s just the beginning. The journey continues, and the SIA community grows stronger and more impactful every year. Here’s to building a brighter future together 🚀✨ Big thanks to our partners that made the SIA Summit possible this year, SAP and the Mannheim Social Economy Cluster. We extend our gratitude to ERSTE Foundation , Microsoft, European Commission, and Lemonaid & ChariTea 👏👏👏 Lena Kim Lisa Schnägelberger @Marta Kanarkiewicz Kristina Fousova Ann-Christin Görtz Marius Marinescu Jonas Dinger Nika Stegovec Laura Werner Laura Tietz Martin Nicolai Lesya Nykolyn Olga Milevska Stefanie Bessler #SIASummit2024 #SocialImpact #PurposeDriven #SIACommunity #socialentrepreneurship #youngentrepreneurs #ecosystem #SDGgoals #SDG

Tomorrow, Thursday, 27th November, at 4 PM, tune for the premiere of Episode 10 of The Impact Blueprint which will be streamed on SIA YouTube channel. The screening will be followed by a panel discussion and Q&A with Julian Gerhart and Martina Bolibruchova, founders of the startup Zmudri.sk, as they share their personal stories and reflections on living a purposeful life. #Youtubelive #impactstory #ImpactBlueprint #socialimpact #youthempowerment #youtubeseries #purposedriven #youngentrepreneurs #positivechange #sustainablefuture #impactjourney

SIA Summit 2024 is an annual transformative three-day experience, designed for SIA winners, alumni, experts and partners to inspire, innovate, and drive sustainable impact. This year the summit is taking place in the vibrant venues of St. Leon–Rot and Mannheim, Germany. Big thanks to all our partners that made the SIA Summit possible this year, SAP and the Mannheim Social Economy Cluster 👏👏👏 We extend our gratitude to ERSTE Foundation, Microsoft, European Union , and Lemonaid & ChariTea. #SIASummit2024 #socialentrepreneurship #youngentrepreneurs #ecosystem #SDGgoals #SDG

Can you really build a business alone? 🤔 In Episode 6 of The Impact Blueprint, Martin travels to Slovakia to meet Julian Gerhart and Martina Bolibruchova of Zmudri.sk They share why building a supportive community and working with others is the key to turning ideas into impact. Learn how collaboration and trust can take your purpose-driven career to the next level. Watch Episode 6 🎬🔗 https://sia.click/HKjiF #ImpactBlueprint #socialimpact #youthempowerment #youtubeseries #purposedriven #youngentrepreneurs #positivechange #sustainablefuture #impactjourney #findyourpurpose #impactbusiness #youngentrepreneurs #startupchallenge

📽️ The Impact Blueprint is more than a video series — it’s a call to action. 🌍 In 10 episodes, Martin travels across Europe to uncover how young people are building purpose-driven careers. From solving problems to launching ventures, it’s a roadmap for anyone ready to do something that they love, making money and impact. And if you’re ready to go beyond watching, our 7-Day Finding Purpose Challenge will help you turn ideas into action with practical tasks and resources to create your own blueprint for a meaningful career. The first 8 episodes are already out. Get inspired and start acting - the future needs you 💪✨ 🔗 https://sia.click/HKjiF Reach for Change, ae | creative agency, SAP, ERSTE Foundation, makesense, beVisioneers: The Mercedes-Benz Fellowship, Euclid Network - the European Social Enterprise Network (EN), NGO Academy, World Fair Trade Organization (WFTO), Summit Awards, Unity Effect, The Wellbeing Project, We Are Family Foundation, Watson Institute, enpact, One Young World, UNLEASH, International Baccalaureate, Student Energy.

🎬 While the first 3 episodes focused on identifying problems and coming up with ideas, in Episode 4 we dive straight into action 🙌 3 hours is all it takes to create the foundation of a life-changing business—or so says start-up expert Luca S. Martin’s challenge? Build the basics of a successful business on the streets of Vienna, all within an intense three-hour window⏳ It’s about taking bold steps, testing ideas in the real world, and proving that sometimes, all you need to start is a little push and a lot of hustle. Watch Episode 4 now and see if Martin can rise to the challenge. Link in bio 🔗 https://sia.click/HKjiF #ImpactBlueprint #socialimpact #youthempowerment #youtubeseries #purposedriven #youngentrepreneurs #positivechange #sustainablefuture #impactjourney #findyourpurpose #impactbusiness #youngentrepreneurs #startupchallenge Funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or European Commission. Neither the European Union nor the granting authority can be held responsible for them.

Great ideas have the power to change lives—but how do you come up with one that truly stands out? 💡 In Episode 3, Martin meets serial entrepreneur Anuša Kovačič to dive into the art of ideation. They discuss how the purpose of a great idea isn’t always about profit, sometimes, it’s about creating a life that feels fulfilling and purposeful. 🫶 Ever had a random idea that got you excited? What was it, and did you ever try making it happen? Share in the comments below. Ready to take action? Join our 7-Day Finding Purpose Challenge to start turning ideas into impact. 🔗Sign up for the challenge here: https://sia.click/NqwEn #ImpactBlueprint #socialimpact #youthempowerment #youtubeseries #purposedriven #youngentrepreneurs #positivechange #sustainablefuture #impactjourney Funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or European Commission. Neither the European Union nor the granting authority can be held responsible for them.

What if the key to happiness lies in the problems we choose to solve? 🌱 In Episode 2 of The Impact Blueprint, Martin travels to Slovenia to meet Jure Jakomin, founder of Pia Terapia, who believes that finding purpose starts with addressing real-world issues. Together, they explore why solving meaningful problems can lead to a happier, more fulfilled life. Watch now to discover how purpose and happiness go hand in hand! Follow the link 🔗https://sia.click/HKjiF What’s one problem in the world that you’d love to help solve? 🌍 How do you think addressing it could bring more meaning to your life? Let's have a discussion in the comments below. #ImpactBlueprint #socialimpact #youthempowerment #youtubeseries #purposedriven #youngentrepreneurs #positivechange #sustainablefuture #impactjourney Funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or European Commission. Neither the European Union nor the granting authority can be held responsible for them.

"Be the change you want to see in the world" has never felt more urgent than now. The election results in the U.S. have left many feeling sadness and despair—especially young people, women, and minorities across the country and beyond. While we’re feeling angry, sad, and overwhelmed, it’s essential to channel this into action. We are the change. Let’s build a world that’s more inclusive, sustainable, and just. You’re not alone in this. We’re here to support you and help you find your path forward 🫶 The Impact Blueprint was created to empower young people to take action, unite within their communities and be the change the world needs now—no matter what the world throws our way. Alongside the 10 videos, we’ve created the 7-Day Finding Purpose Challenge - daily email with guided exercises that help to develop a blueprint for a career with purpose and social impact. Sign up via the form to start the challenge 🙌 https://sia.click/NqwEn PS: You’ll also get a reward for staying active! Let’s be the change the world needs and Let’s build a brighter, more purpose-driven future together💪✨ #SIAPurposeChallenge #ImpactBlueprint #socialimpact #youthempowerment #youtubeseries #purposedriven #youngentrepreneurs #positivechange #sustainablefuture #impactjourney