The PowerUP program is set to empower young people with the tools and support needed to turn dreams into reality. The program will expose participants to skills that they require to start and grow their businesses. For maximum impact, the program is broken down into several components which include:
PowerUP Masterclass/Webinar
PowerUP Training
PowerUP Pitch and Demo-Day
The PowerUp Program is sponsored by Access Corporation and fully implemented by NerdzFactory Foundation.
Program details
Mode of Delivery/Training
Hybrid Learning
The program will employ a hybrid mode of training- Physical and Virtual. Duration.
The PowerUp training program will run for a duration of 2-week, with a series of weekly masterclasses. Start Date
Monday 10th July 2023
Who Can Apply
Young graduates
Final year students
Unemployed youth
NYSC Corp members
Girls between the ages of 18-35 years
Aspiring entrepreneurs
Existing entrepreneurs
Program benefits
Increase youth participation in entrepreneurship
Help youth identify business opportunities that they can commence with minimum capital
Improve access to finance for existing businesses
Develop business skills
Promote collaboration and networking
Create jobs and economic opportunities
Program Learnings
The PowerUp program has designed learnings for its participants to
Digital Marketing
Financial Management
Designing a pitch deck and how to pitch your business idea.
