Innovation Catalyst

Empowering youth to build ventures that solve real problems.

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Empowering Young Innovators


Innovation Catalyst equips young changemakers with the skills and support to turn ideas into action. In a world reshaped by artificial intelligence, we help youth lead the creation of locally grounded, globally relevant solutions that drive real impact.

Innovate.

Create.

Imagine.

Innovate. Create. Imagine.

From Idea Spark to Venture: build your first business or social

Foundations that Unlock Growth: discover the tools that open doors

From Impact to Advantage: scale your idea and create real change

  • Develop

    The ability to test your ideas, refine your value proposition, and design a sustainable model.

  • Understand

    How intellectual property, legal frameworks, and funding strategies position ventures for growth.

  • Acquire

    Practical skills to measure and showcase your social and financial impact in your communities.

  • Impact

    Leave with an Impact Canvas, a clear growth roadmap, and lasting connections with mentors and peers.

What we offer

Innovation Catalyst equips young people with the tools, mindset, and support to turn ideas into real ventures.
Through a mix of learning, experimentation, and collaboration, participants move from vision to launch with confidence.

  • Hands-on workshops on problem-solving, business modeling, funding, and impact measurement.

  • Expert mentorship from entrepreneurs, investors, and innovation leaders.

  • Real-world testing through field sprints and user validation.

  • Access to a global network of peers, partners, and opportunities across the Global Shapers Community.

  • Resources to launch — from practical toolkits to demo-day exposure and potential micro-grants.

We don’t just teach innovation — we enable it.
Every participant leaves with a clear growth roadmap, an Impact Canvas, and the connections to bring their idea to life.

Who It’s For

Innovation Catalyst is designed for young changemakers ready to move from idea to impact.
It’s for you if you want to:

  • Turn ideas into ventures that solve real community challenges.

  • Build practical skills in business design, funding, and impact measurement.

  • Test and validate your ideas with real users and expert mentors.

  • Connect with a network of peers, investors, and innovation hubs worldwide.

Whether you’re a student, early-stage founder, or community builder — if you have a problem worth solving and the drive to act while being based around Geneva, then this program is for you.

Interested?

If this program sounds like a right fit for you, fill out the form and we will connect with you !