Today, our world is home to over 8 billion people, with more than 1 billion living in extreme poverty, surviving on less than $1.90 a day. Global unemployment has surged by over 50 million people since 2007, while our civilisation faces unprecedented risks from the climate crisis. Relying solely on governments, corporations, and policymakers is no longer enough; we must create a world of three zeros — zero net carbon emissions, zero wealth concentration for ending poverty, and zero unemployment by unleashing entrepreneurship in all. To build this world, we need global solidarity, and the bold, innovative spirit of change-makers everywhere.
At the 9th Social Business Youth Summit (SBYS) 2025, we invite young visionaries, social business advocates, and experts from around the world to Dhaka, Bangladesh - the birthplace of social business, to unite in a shared mission to build sustainable futures for all.
By creating space for dialogues and debates, we reinforce our commitment to a world that prioritises the welfare of the people and our planet over profits, demonstrating how social business can turn ambitious visions into concrete solutions that improve lives around the globe. SBYS 2025 will create an inclusive space where young people, entrepreneurs, ecosystem builders, policymakers, and investors can collaborate to identify and tackle key issues in areas like food security, health, education, climate change, gender equality, zero waste, sports and arts for social change, sustainable fashion, and much more.
The SBYS 2025 recognises itself as more than just a summit but a gathering of a thriving community of like-minded individuals focused on creating sustainable solutions to address pressing social issues. With the core objective to
We believe in the power of youth to drive global change through social business.
We believe in co-creating solutions for a better world in collaboration with like-minded individuals and institutions from various sectors.
Stay tuned for the programme agenda!In-person
Attendees
Social Businesses
Showcased
Hours of Workshops & Panel Sessions
National
(under 35 years)
National
(35 years or above)
International
(under 35 years)
International
(35 years or above)
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*Applicable for Bangladeshi youth under 35 years only