Essays about: "youth innovation"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 15 essays containing the words youth innovation.

  1. 1. Grassroots Initiatives for Urban Sustainability Transition: A Case Study of Urban Farming Projects in Informal Settlements in Nairobi, Kenya

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för geovetenskaper

    Author : Margarita Oja Da Silva; [2023]
    Keywords : Global South; Grassroots Initiatives; Informal Settlements; Sustainability Transition; Sustainable Development; Urban Farming;

    Abstract : Cities in the Global South are undergoing rapid urbanization, where a high percentage of the urban poor live in informal settlements that lack basic services, are associated with unemployment, low-income levels, and insecurity. The impacts of climate change, intensive agricultural practices, and highly globalized food systems pose challenges to food security. READ MORE

  3. 2. Enhancing Circular Economy and Waste Management in Zanzibar : By leveraging young entrepreneurship and innovation

    University essay from Linnéuniversitetet/Institutionen för byggd miljö och energiteknik (BET)

    Author : Intissar Doukali; [2023]
    Keywords : Circular economy Zanzibar waste management youth entrepreneurship;

    Abstract : This thesis investigates the challenges and opportunities for waste management and circular innovation in the context of sustainable development in Zanzibar, with a specific focus on the relevance of youth circular entrepreneurship. Addressing the low integration of stakeholders, inadequate technical support for young innovators, and challenges in leveraging funding, this study aims to provide insights and recommendations to enhance circularity and waste management systems on the islands. READ MORE

  4. 3. SU + STAYIN SCHOOL

    University essay from KTH/Arkitektur

    Author : Hannah Holmsen Rimmereid; [2022]
    Keywords : Eskilstuna; school; community center; agricultural;

    Abstract : Last semester we worked in groups on the UN’s sustainability goals. My group had a focus on sustainable consumption and production. Local knowledge and resources to overcome this problem will give the school an important relevance. READ MORE

  5. 4. Unfold

    University essay from Konstfack/Industridesign

    Author : Karin Petrusson; [2020]
    Keywords : Service design; design for social innovation; process design; institutional design; material probe;

    Abstract : My degree work has been an exploration in what specific skills, knowledge and understan­dings that are needed in service design as a practice, in order to successfully engage in complex contexts with multiple stakeholders, different relations, structures and regulations. In this investigation, I have been especially interested in the role of physical forms in a process where social structures are discussed and reshaped. READ MORE

  6. 5. Drinking from the Fountain of Youth? Brand rejuvenation in the case of heritage luxury fashion brands

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Företagsekonomiska institutionen

    Author : Katharina Netek; Feline Carbone; [2020]
    Keywords : Heritage brands; Luxury fashion brands; Brand rejuvenation; Millennials; Brand identity; Business and Economics;

    Abstract : Thesis purpose: The aim of this study was to examine whether German Millennials are in favor of rejuvenation practices of heritage luxury fashion brands or if such actions instead lead to negative associations, as they tend to ignore the heritage aspect. Methodology: Following a relativist ontology, this research is guided by a social constructionist position, which allows a deep understanding of Millennials’ opinions. READ MORE