Young Entrepreneurs Movement (YEM)
Young Entrepreneurs Movement (YEM) is a nationwide initiative turned global movement, dedicated to spotlighting the stories, struggles, and successes of young changemakers. Launched in September 2020 as an online fellowship, YEM has empowered over 343 graduates, known as YEMERs, with entrepreneurial skills, mentorship, and a platform to thrive. Now reaching beyond borders, YEM is proud to be reviewing over 4,000 applications from aspiring young entrepreneurs across Pakistan and around the world.
Why Join YEM 2026
The YEMERs, as we proudly call them, are more than just young entrepreneurs, they are a dynamic community of socially conscious young adults dedicated to driving meaningful change. Through YEM, they actively engage in critical conversations that shape the social, cultural, and environmental fabric of our society. Our YEMERs have raised their voices on pressing issues such as colourism, mental health, early and forced marriages, child labour, and climate change. They’ve also championed causes like gender equality, education for all, digital inclusion, youth unemployment, disability rights, religious and ethnic tolerance, and sustainable development. By fearlessly confronting taboos and amplifying underrepresented narratives, YEMERs are helping pave the way for a more inclusive, aware, and empowered future both for Pakistan and beyond.
Sign up for YEM 2026
6The 2025 edition of the Young Entrepreneurs Movement (YEM) offers a reimagined and enriching experience for young changemakers. This year, all four core tasks have been newly designed, thoughtfully incorporating key elements from previous modules in a refreshed and impactful format. Participants will also develop a compiled digital portfolio, equipping them with a professional showcase of their learning and achievements, useful for future academic, career, or fellowship opportunities. Each task concludes with a quiz to reinforce understanding and encourage meaningful reflection. With these dynamic updates, YEM 2026 promises an engaging, relevant, and empowering journey for the next generation of leaders.
Programme Lead: Zainab Rashid on why join YEM
“YEM is more than just a fellowship, it’s a launchpad for purpose-driven youth who want to create real impact. Every year, we see young people transform their ideas into action, find their voice, and become part of a growing community that is reshaping narratives. This year with newly designed tasks, a digital portfolio, and engaging challenges, YEM offers a unique opportunity to learn, lead, and be heard. If you’re ready to challenge the status quo and build something meaningful, this is the space for you.”
Thematic Areas for YEM 2026
Judges for YEM 2025
YEM impact Report 2025
The YEM 2025 Impact Report has been released, providing a comprehensive overview of the Fellowship’s footprint. It presents the achievements and portfolios of Fellows who not only engaged actively but also successfully pitched their startup ideas. The report further underscores Mind Works International’s dedication to fostering inclusion, driving social uplift, and advancing social entrepreneurship.
Fellows Work
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Advocacy by YEMERs
Blogs by YEMERs
Pioneering Eco-Friendly Entrepreneurship
Maya Penn has always loved to create. As a young girl, she learned from her mother how to sew. “When I was 8, I started taking old clothes and fabric and turning them into new designs,” she says. “People wanted to know where to buy them, and I got the idea to make my own business.”
Two years later, Penn launched her online store to sell her fashion brand. She named it “Maya’s Ideas”. Her business uses unwanted clothes and other recycled materials. The company donates 10 percent of its profits to environmental and social causes. That’s important because making clothing has many harmful effects on the environment. It uses enormous amounts of resources and causes a lot of pollution. Penn, who is now 23 and lives in Atlanta, Georgia, hopes her company sets an example for the rest of the fashion industry.
Clothing producers use about 53 million tons of fabric each year. Of that, more than 6 million tons are wasted while clothes are being designed and produced, and most fast fashion ends up in landfills.
Saudi Vision 2030 is a government program launched by the Kingdom of Saudi
Arabia which aims to achieve the goal of increased diversification economically, socially, and culturally, in line with the vision of the Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman.
Saudi Arabia is one of the largest oil producers in the world, and it plays a crucial role in the global energy market. Diversifying its economy can reduce the world’s dependence on oil and encourage the development of alternative energy sources.
By moving away from dependence on oil, the country is focusing on growing other sectors like tourism, entertainment, and technology. This initiative is important not just for Saudi Arabia but for the global economy, as it promotes alternative energy sources. Social reforms, such as enhancing women right’s will make Saudi society more inclusive and dynamic. These changes can also help other countries in the region to increase their revenue and grow.
The Saudi Vision 2030
We are a community driven, social organization. Since every year we have a fantastic response to the YEM Fellowship, the application form shared below needs to assess your passion for social entrepreneurial work, advocacy and finding solutions to our countries problems via dialogues, exchanges and interventions. Certificates will be provided to the YEMERS on completion of the fellowship. This fellowship does not offer a stipend but is paid in kind.
Past YEMERs
YEM City Representative
The Young Entrepreneurs Movement (YEM) by Mind Works International is a growing community of passionate youth working at the intersection of leadership, innovation, and social impact. From accessible education to climate action, mental health to peacebuilding YEMERS have continued to raise their voices and drive change in powerful ways. Now, we’re inviting our alumni to take the next step.
As a YEM City Representative, you’ll lead your local alumni network, organise city-based gatherings, and keep the YEM spirit alive in your region. This role is designed to empower you as a connector, a mentor, and a community leader strengthening the alumni bond and making room for more collaboration and visibility across cities.
