YEAs at StartUp Weekend Skopje

The 13th edition of Startup Weekend Skopje, organized by StartUp Weekend Skopje and Solveo, saw a standout performance from a team of YEAs. The team, consisting of Damjan Zlatanovski (North Macedonia), Marija Blazevic (Montenegro), Veronika Gijovska (North Macedonia), and Maja Trajkovic (Serbia), developed a sustainable startup concept that addressed key European Union Youth Goals and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), including climate action, sustainable cities, and responsible consumption.

Over three days, the YEAs collaborated with young entrepreneurs and professionals from various fields, receiving mentorship in areas like business development, sustainability, and marketing. Their project, which incorporated elements of technology, environmental protection, and social inclusion, was praised by the jury and earned them second place in the competition.

In addition to their project, the YEAs actively promoted the YEA Network, encouraging other young people to explore EU-funded opportunities in education, innovation, and sustainability. Their efforts reached over 70 attendees, helping to raise awareness of how the YEA Network supports youth development and empowerment across Europe.

With their innovative approach and teamwork, the YEAs demonstrated the power of youth-led initiatives in shaping a more sustainable and inclusive future for Europe.