SDG 8 : DECENT WORK AND ECONOMIC GROWTH
1/ Enactus
Enactus Morocco is a leading non-governmental organization dedicated to unlocking the entrepreneurial potential of youth by guiding them toward creating sustainable and inclusive impact. Operating at the intersection of social entrepreneurship and sustainable development since 2003, Enactus has built strong partnerships between the business sector, institutional stakeholders, and higher education institutions. Within the Universities of Cadi Ayyad (UCA), Enactus plays a vital role in preparing students from all 13 affiliated schools to become ethical, socially responsible entrepreneurial leaders who contribute meaningfully to Morocco’s development. Students at UCA have consistently shown strong dedication and commitment through remarkable projects that embody these values.
Signature Initiatives:
- Entrepreneurship Bootcamps: Intensive training sessions designed to
equip students with the skills and mindset required to develop and grow
their entrepreneurial ideas. - Hackathons: Collaborative events that challenge participants to design
innovative solutions addressing various sustainable development goals,
fostering creativity and teamwork.
Highlight Events: - Morocco Water Race: A competitive, mentorship-driven program
encouraging entrepreneurial projects that tackle water-related challenges
with a focus on innovation and social impact. - Level Up: Support programs guiding project leaders through different
phases of development. - Smart City: Discussions and workshops focused on sustainable urban
development.
2/ EMJE – ENSA Marrakech Junior Enterprise
Founded in 2019, EMJE at ENSA Marrakech is a dynamic student-led organization dedicated to fostering entrepreneurship, professional skills, and hands-on business experience among engineering students.
The club operates through multiple teams, including Networking, Business Development, Web Development, and Security, allowing students to explore diverse aspects of enterprise management while cultivating leadership, innovation, and practical problem-solving skills.
Signature Initiatives:
- Junior CEOs: A program designed to develop entrepreneurial leadership by giving students the opportunity to manage projects, make strategic decisions, and experience real-world business challenges.
- Leader Talk: Exchange sessions where students engage with industry leaders, sharing expertise, insights, and professional experiences to inspire innovative thinking.
- Workshops and Training Sessions: Targeted learning experiences on topics such as community building, marketing strategies, commercialization techniques, and time management, equipping members with both technical and soft skills essential for business success.
Highlight Events:
- Participation in National Seminars and Congresses: EMJE members actively contribute to events organized by the Confederation of Moroccan Junior Enterprises under the high patronage of King Mohammed VI, focusing on forward-looking perspectives for Morocco’s economic and entrepreneurial development.
3/ Hult Prize Club – Faculty of Sciences Semlalia, University of Cadi Ayyad
Founded in 2024, the Hult Prize Club at the Faculty of Sciences Semlalia (FSSM), University of Cadi Ayyad, brings one of the world’s largest student entrepreneurship movements to the university.
Rooted in the values of innovation and social impact, the club serves as a space where students are encouraged to imagine bold solutions to pressing global issues and transform them into viable business models. By integrating entrepreneurial thinking into academic life, the club strengthens UCA’s vision of shaping socially
responsible leaders who combine knowledge with action to contribute to both local development and international challenges.
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