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Workshop: Becoming Change Makers for Intersectional Empowerment and Impact

Workshop: Becoming Change Makers for Intersectional Empowerment and Impact

Are you a student interested in entrepreneurship, inclusion, and social impact? Join our upcoming virtual workshop!

 

How can ideas lead to meaningful change? And how can entrepreneurship be shaped in a way that is inclusive and socially responsible?

 

This online workshop invites you to explore these questions together with speakers from different backgrounds within the start-up ecosystem. It offers space to reflect on how innovation emerges, whose perspectives are included, and what impact can look like in different contexts.

 

This workshop addresses topics related to inclusion and intersectionality. We are committed to creating a respectful and inclusive environment in which all participants feel welcome.

 

Active participation is encouraged, but not required. Participants are free to decide how much they would like to contribute. We ask everyone to engage respectfully and to help create a space in which different perspectives can be shared constructively.

 

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What to expect?

How can ideas lead to meaningful change? And how can entrepreneurship be shaped in a way that is inclusive and socially responsible?

This online workshop invites you to explore these questions together with speakers from different backgrounds within the start-up ecosystem. It offers space to reflect on how innovation emerges, whose perspectives are included, and what impact can look like in different contexts.

The format combines short inputs with opportunities for exchange. Participants are invited to ask questions and reflect on their own ideas. The workshop is designed to be accessible and engaging for all participants – whether you already have an interest in entrepreneurship or are just beginning to explore the topic.

 

Audience

The workshop is aimed at university students who are interested in social impact, entrepreneurship, empowerment, innovation, equality, diversity, and inclusion. Whether you already have an idea of your own or are simply curious to learn, you are very welcome to join.

Programme

The workshop begins with a short welcome and introduction, followed by inputs from invited speakers and a live Q&A. An interactive session invites participants to share ideas and questions in a simple and accessible format – via Miro. The workshop concludes with key takeaways and final reflections.

Our goal: a respectful and inclusive space

This workshop addresses topics related to inclusion and intersectionality. We are committed to creating a respectful and inclusive environment in which all participants feel welcome.

Active participation is encouraged, but not required. Participants are free to decide how much they would like to contribute. We ask everyone to engage respectfully and to help create a space in which different perspectives can be shared constructively.

Speakers

Priyanka Banerjee

Priyanka is a Partner & Inclusion Consultant at deidei, a leading consulting agency in the Nordics. An engineer turned entrepreneur, she has worked with hundreds of leaders globally, helping them kickstart and scale their inclusion journeys. She received the DEIB Champion of the Year- Nordic Women in Tech Awards 2024 for her impact in the Nordic tech industry. As a public speaker, Priyanka has shared her expertise on global stages, offering insights on building inclusive communities and organizations. Her work has been featured in prominent media outlets such as Kauppalehti and the Helsinki Freedom documentary, among others. In her session, she will share perspectives on leadership and intersectional approaches in entrepreneurship.

Robert Furiel

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Robert Furiel is a Slovak social impact leader and director of Saplinq, an NGO working on inclusion, community support, advocacy, and social change. His experience spans building community services, leading social impact projects, and developing initiatives that respond to the needs of marginalised groups. He is also involved in Ponq, a new café, cultural and community centre in Košice that brings together culture, community, and inclusive entrepreneurship in one space. He is particularly interested in how values-driven leadership, inclusive design, and community-based innovation can create meaningful and lasting social change. His session will offer practical insights into how entrepreneurship can be rooted in community and inclusion.

Pooja Shah

Pooja Shah is an Economics student at the Technical University of Košice, originally from Haryana, India, and an emerging entrepreneur with a passion for creativity and culture. Alongside her academic journey, she is the founder of Radhe Rang, a startup focused on Mehendi (henna) art, blending traditional designs with contemporary expression. Through her work, Pooja has actively participated in various small-scale events across Košice, where her artistry has been recognized for its originality and cultural richness. Her venture, Radhe Rang, reflects her vision of introducing and expanding the appreciation of henna art in diverse communities. Combining her academic background with an entrepreneurial mindset, Pooja continues to explore opportunities that connect culture, creativity, and business. She aspires to grow her brand into a well-recognized name while inspiring others to pursue their passions alongside their education.