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The Young Entrepreneur Association’s Advocacy Role in Jordan. Laith Al-Qasem President, YEA. What is YEA. Jordanian NGO Established in 1998 Vision : The YEA strives to create an entrepreneurial and leadership culture as the cornerstone of national economic development.
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The Young Entrepreneur Association’s Advocacy Role in Jordan Laith Al-Qasem President, YEA
What is YEA • Jordanian NGO • Established in 1998 • Vision: The YEA strives to create an entrepreneurial and leadership culture as the cornerstone of national economic development. • Mission: Creating outstanding young entrepreneurs through idea exchange, fellowship, education, training and advocacy, to enhance entrepreneurs’ skill level allowing them to compete in the global economy.
List of YEA Advocacy Efforts • Education white paper (1999) • Jordan Vision 2020 Part 1 (2001 - USAID funded) • Jordan Vision 2020 Part 2 (2005 - USAID funded) • Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (2003, 2004 MoPIC funded) • Sawtouna (2007 CIPE funded)