Well-Being in Motion

As part of the fifth edition of the Wellness and Mental Health Week, themed “The Power of Hope: Let Your Mind and Heart Bloom,” taking place at Antonine University (UA) from October 5 to 10, 2026, UA is organizing the Entrepreneurial Youth Day in collaboration with its Center for Sustainable Entrepreneurship and Economic Development (SEED Center).

The initiative welcomes Grade 11 and 12 high school students for a full-day entrepreneurial experience grounded in well-being, innovation, and leadership.

Throughout the day, participants will identify a common source of student stress and design a sports-based entrepreneurial solution that promotes resilience and healthy coping strategies. Working individually and in teams, they will move through a structured process that includes problem analysis, design thinking, lean canvas modeling, and pitch preparation, transforming ideas into actionable concepts within a competitive, educational setting.

By combining entrepreneurial thinking with mental health awareness, the program strengthens teamwork, leadership, critical thinking, and communication skills. The day culminates in a pitching session where participants present their projects before a jury, reinforcing confidence, clarity of vision, and structured problem-solving.

The winning team will receive a financial prize, and all participants will be awarded certificates of participation in recognition of their engagement and effort.

Sustainable Development and Youth Empowerment

Entrepreneurial Youth Day aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 4: Quality Education and SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth. By introducing high school students to entrepreneurial thinking within a supportive academic environment, the initiative encourages informed career exploration, responsible innovation, and long-term socio-economic contribution.

Through this initiative, Antonine University reaffirms its commitment to empowering young individuals to transform challenges into opportunities, positioning well-being as a foundation for sustainable leadership and impact.

Event Details

Audience: High school students (Grades 11 and 12)

Date: Saturday, October 10, 2026

Time: 9:00 AM–2:00 PM

Location: Antonine University, Hadat–Baabda Campus

Program

• Introduction to the Entrepreneurial Youth Day
• Awareness Session: Train Your Mindset Like a Champion
  by Ms. Nicole El Beyrouthy
• Icebreaker Activity
• Key Concepts, Objectives, and Selection Criteria
• Problem Tree Activity
• Design Thinking (Five Stages)
• Lean Canvas (Value Creation Model)
• Pitch Deck Preparation and Rehearsal
• Final Pitching Session
• Winner Announcement and Certificate Distribution

Registration

Registration is coordinated directly with school directors.