YOUTH EMPOWERMENT THROUGH ENTREPRENEURIAL EDUCATION: FOSTERING JOB CREATION AND POVERTY REDUCTION

Authors

  • Adewale Njoku Department of Economics, Nigeria

Keywords:

Youth Empowerment, Entrepreneurial Education, Job Creation

Abstract

This paper examines the critical role of entrepreneurial education in empowering youth, fostering job creation, and reducing poverty. Entrepreneurial education equips young people with the knowledge, skills, and mindset needed to succeed as entrepreneurs or within entrepreneurial ventures. By promoting innovation, creativity, and resilience, such education not only prepares youth to start their own businesses but also enhances their employability in various sectors. Through a comprehensive review of literature and case studies, this study explores the impact of entrepreneurial education on youth empowerment, job creation, and poverty reduction. It identifies key factors contributing to successful outcomes and highlights challenges that need to be addressed to maximize the effectiveness of entrepreneurial education initiatives.

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Published

2024-07-01

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Adewale Njoku. (2024). YOUTH EMPOWERMENT THROUGH ENTREPRENEURIAL EDUCATION: FOSTERING JOB CREATION AND POVERTY REDUCTION. International Journal Of Management And Economics Fundamental, 4(07), 1–10. Retrieved from https://www.theusajournals.com/index.php/ijmef/article/view/3236

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Vol. 4 No. 07 (2024): Volume 04 Issue 07

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