Enactus is the world’s largest experiential learning platform dedicated to creating a better world while developing the next generation of entrepreneurial leaders and social innovators.
The Loughborough team entered the following projects into the national competition:
Unity:
Combatting loneliness in the elderly community by running workshops that teach them how to use technology. This project was also named runner-up in the ASDA Partnership Competition.
Sileo:
This project aims to empower people experiencing homelessness by creating courses focused on digital literacy, supporting self-improvement, and developing valuable skills for employment. Sileo was also given a Youth Action Award and a Community Spirit Award nomination.
Katy Finch, Enactus President 21-22 was also nominated for the Outstanding Contribution Award. She said: "Being on the Enactus Loughborough committee has been an unforgettable experience for me. I really feel like it has prepared me for joining the working world after university. I have met so many new people and developed a wealth of leadership skills.”
Enactus Loughborough is currently recruiting students. This is an opportunity to develop your business, communication, leadership and problem-solving skills whilst meeting like-minded people. The application form is available online.