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July 15, 2025, marks the 10th anniversary of World Youth Skills Day (WYSD). It is a global celebration of the importance of equipping young people with the skills they need for employment, decent work & entrepreneurship. This year’s theme, “Youth Empowerment Through AI and Digital Skills” couldn’t be more relevant. As Artificial Intelligence (AI) reshapes the world, it’s the digitally skilled youth who will drive the future of business, innovation & social transformation.
We’re living in the era of the Fourth Industrial Revolution – where algorithms can write content, analyze trends, build websites & even generate business strategies. But the real question is: Are young entrepreneurs prepared to lead this revolution – or be swept away by it?
Entrepreneurs of Tomorrow: How AI and Digital Skills are Fueling a Global Youth Uprising
Entrepreneurship has always required courage, creativity & grit. But now, digital fluency and AI know-how are just as essential. Young entrepreneurs must master not just traditional business skills like financial literacy, critical thinking, leadership, and marketing – but also know how to leverage generative AI to scale their ideas faster than ever before.
From creating brand logos with a click, to launching product ideas using AI-powered research tools, to building websites with no code – AI is the ultimate startup co-founder. And it’s democratizing access. Now, a young woman in rural Zambia with a smartphone has the same access to AI-powered business tools as a founder in Silicon Valley.
AI is fundamentally reshaping entrepreneurship. It enables rapid prototyping, cheaper experimentation, and the ability to launch and test ideas in compressed timelines. It’s making startups leaner, smarter, and more global from day one. But with this power comes responsibility – and risk. Ethical AI use, data privacy, and digital inclusion are crucial conversations young entrepreneurs must engage in.
World Youth Skills Day 2025: The Rise of the AI-Empowered Entrepreneur
So, Youth Skills Day 2025 is more than a milestone. It’s a call to action. We must ensure every aspiring entrepreneur – regardless of geography, gender, or economic background – has access to the digital tools, mentorship & opportunities needed to thrive in this AI-powered age.
In a world of constant disruption, the ability to take action amidst uncertainty is the greatest skill of all. And that’s exactly what entrepreneurship teaches. It’s not just about launching businesses – it’s about solving real problems, leading with purpose & creating sustainable impact.
So, to every young entrepreneur out there: This is your moment. Use the tools of today to build the businesses of tomorrow. The world needs your ideas, your resilience, and your courage. The future isn’t just being automated – it’s being created. By you.
Avtar Madan
Shree Lahiri
Himanshu
