With the valuable partnership of the FUNDACJA INSTYTUT EUROPEJSKI anf The Black Sea Institute Association, and with the generous support of the EU under Project #2021-2-BG01-KA210-YOU-000049806, we developed a project to assist the development of a sound civil society in the partnering countries.

Welcome to the Lab: https://lab.social-hot-zone.eu/

The objective of this project is to establish a Laboratory for Social Entrepreneurship that fosters an environment conducive to innovation, enhances entrepreneurial capacity, and develops modern tools to support the preparation and participation of innovative social enterprises.

Social entrepreneurship plays a vital role in our lives, and we recognize it as a crucial component in the transition to socially-oriented business practices and fostering inclusive development. Our focus is on addressing the existing gaps in social entrepreneurship, including deficits in knowledge, skills, emphasis, and mindset.

Establishing the “HOT Zone” Laboratory for Social Entrepreneurship is crucial in today’s world. Its purpose is to provide support and guidance to young individuals embarking on the path of social entrepreneurship. The platform includes comprehensive sections that address common challenges related to know-how and best practices, tailored to the specific needs of each country. Additionally, each registered member can customize their own areas of interest. The virtual space serves as a communication tool, enabling young entrepreneurs to connect with like-minded communities, receive assistance, collaborate with peers, and find both help seekers and providers. The platform also offers a communication tool to engage mentors—experienced entrepreneurs or dedicated volunteers—who can answer questions not covered in the platform’s existing sections.

Every registered young entrepreneur will have the opportunity to seek guidance from a mentor and receive prompt advice to address their challenges effectively. All resources and training materials are available on the platform in various sections and can be organized by each user into existing or newly created sections and directories. The structure of the HOT Zone ensures accessibility for every aspiring entrepreneur, providing knowledge and tools tailored to their country’s specific context.

Additionally, the platform will periodically feature inspirational videos and letters with advice from successful entrepreneurs, providing motivation and guidance for aspiring entrepreneurs.

Through this initiative, our aim is to empower every young entrepreneur with valuable resources to successfully launch their social ventures, whether they require practical assistance, tools, partners, or simply encouragement to bring their ideas to life.

Additionally, our overarching goal is to foster a positive impact on the social environment in which they operate, thereby contributing to the overall betterment of society.

Helpful materials and tool can be freely accessed here: HOT Zone Lab for Youth Social Entrepreneurship databank