South African BRICS Youth Association
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BRICS YOUTH INNOVATION SUMMIT 2025

About the BRICS Youth Innovation Summit 2025

The purpose of BRICS Youth Innovation Summit 2025 under the theme of Innovating the Future: Technology for Sustainability and Social Good aims to empower the next generation of innovators to address global challenges through collaborative, technology-driven solutions that promote sustainability and social equity among BRICS nations and the broader Global South.

This summit aims to create a dynamic platform where emerging startups can synergize their technological capabilities, share best practices, and co-develop sustainable solutions to address both regional and global challenges. By leveraging the collective strengths of BRICS countries—Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa—and engaging with other nations in the Global South, the summit seeks to foster a culture of shared learning, creativity, and responsibility.

Through the combined strengths and resources of BRICS countries and the Global South, the summit emphasizes building a future where technological advancements not only drive economic growth but also contribute to environmental resilience, community development, and inclusive opportunities for all.

The objectives of the BRICS Youth Innovation Summit 2025:

  1. Encourage the development and implementation of technologies addressing pressing global issues such as climate change, renewable energy, sustainable agriculture, and education.
  2. Develop actionable strategies to integrate technology into building resilient infrastructure and communities.
  3. Facilitate cross-cultural and interdisciplinary collaboration among youth from BRICS and the Global South countries to co-create innovative solutions for sustainability and social good.
  4. Facilitate the exchange of successful strategies, technological breakthroughs, and policy frameworks among participants to advance innovation ecosystems in BRICS countries and the Global South.
  5. Advocate for technological solutions that are accessible and equitable, ensuring their benefits extend to underrepresented and marginalized communities.
  6. Establish an ongoing network and community of BRICS youth committed to pursuing long-term sustainability and social equity through technological innovation.

Proposed Sub-Themes for Innovation

Exploring innovations that turn waste into valuable resources, fostering resource conservation and economic opportunities for environmental resilience.

Discussing the role of IoT, and big data in sustainable farming and supply chain optimization. Address the nexus of technology and indigenous knowledge systems to enhance food resilience.

Harnessing AI and big data to tackle critical challenges in healthcare, education, disaster management, and governance.

Exploring the futuristic approaches which leverage technology to modernize industries, enhance productivity, and foster innovation.

Benefits for Participants

Connect with fellow young innovators, entrepreneurs, and professionals from BRICS+ nations, fostering international relationships and collaborations.

Gain insights from experts, thought leaders, and peers on cutting-edge innovations, industry trends, and best practices across various sectors.

Attend workshops, training sessions, and interactive activities that enhance technical, entrepreneurial, and leadership skills crucial for success in a rapidly evolving global landscape

Engage in discussions with participants from different cultural, economic, and social backgrounds, broadening your perspective and understanding of global challenges and opportunities

Have the opportunity to interact with and learn from industry leaders, policymakers, and successful entrepreneurs who can provide valuable guidance and mentorship

Showcase your own innovative projects, ideas, or start-ups to a diverse audience, gaining visibility and potential support for further development.

Experience and appreciate the cultural diversity of BRICS+ nations through cultural events, performances, and exhibitions, fostering cross-cultural understanding.

Gain access to possible resources, research opportunities, and funding avenues that can support the development and implementation of innovative projects.

Benefit from the exposure and visibility that comes with participating in an internationally recognized event, potentially attracting attention from investors, media, and stakeholders.

Receive a certificate of participation, recognising and validating your involvement in the summit, which can be a valuable addition to your portfolio.

Summit outcomes

During the Summit delegates will have the opportunity to Network with their peers and experts. After the Summit delegates will be added to the SABYA Young Entrepreneurs Network database to stay in touch, share updates on their projects and receive notice of opportunities.

During the Summit delegates will present their projects to a panel of industry experts from different BRICS+ countries who will provide written/verbal feedback to share insights with emerging entrepreneurs. After the Summit delegates will be able to continuing reaching out to mentors via the SABYA Young Entrepreneurs Network.

During the Summit businesses and investors from different BRICS+ countries will be invited to listen in on the presentations made by the young entrepreneurs, to identify potential projects and businesses they might want to partner with or support. After the Summit the profiles of delegates and their projects will be shared with the network of businesses and investors who have expressed interest and SABYA will facilitate further correspondence between relevant parties.

During the Summit a selected group of adjudicators will also be assessing the project presentations being made to select the best project from each of the sub-theme categories. After the Summit the top 6 entrepreneurs and innovators will be invited and supported by SABYA and its partners to participate in other international entrepreneurship and business platform and programmes e.g., Saint Petersburg International Economic Forum in 2025.

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Theme
Innovating the Future: Technology for Sustainability and Social Good
Date
10 -11 April 2025
Venue
Cape Town, South Africa
Target Audience
Young entrepreneurs and innovators aged 18-35 from BRICS and Global South countries

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