Youth Power: Skill, Startups & Stories
Empowering the next generation with training, mentorship, and opportunities
Empowering the next generation with training, mentorship, and opportunities
Youth Power is NEDI's flagship initiative dedicated to nurturing and supporting the next generation of entrepreneurs, artists, and changemakers from Northeast India. Through targeted training programs, mentorship, funding opportunities, and network access, we're building a vibrant ecosystem for youth to thrive in the creative and cultural industries.
Our comprehensive approach addresses multiple aspects of youth empowerment through these key focus areas:
Providing end-to-end support for young entrepreneurs looking to establish businesses in the creative and cultural sectors.
Building skills and creating pathways for Northeast youth to enter and succeed in the growing creative economy.
Highlighting and amplifying the achievements of young entrepreneurs and professionals from Northeast India.
Meet the inspiring young entrepreneurs from Northeast India who are building successful businesses and making an impact.
Khasi Heritage Textiles
Started a sustainable textile business that employs 35 women from her village and exports traditional Khasi fabrics globally.
Impact: Annual revenue of ₹1.2 crore, providing sustainable livelihoods for rural artisans.
NE Digital Creators
Founded a digital content creation studio that tells Northeast stories through animation and documentary filmmaking.
Impact: Over 10 million views across platforms, bringing NE culture to global audiences.
Bamboo Innovations
Transformed traditional bamboo crafts into modern eco-friendly products for urban markets and international export.
Impact: Creating jobs for 50+ craftspeople and preserving traditional skills with modern applications.
A comprehensive 3-month program covering technical and soft skills needed to succeed in the creative industries, with specializations in filmmaking, digital media, traditional crafts, and more.
Next Batch: January 15, 2024
Applications close on December 15, 2023
Apply for Training ProgramA 6-month intensive incubation program for early-stage startups in the creative and cultural industries, offering mentorship, workspace, networking, and seed funding opportunities.
Next Cohort: February 1, 2024
Applications close on January 10, 2024
Apply for Startup Funding