youth innovation accelerator
Lear how to tackle real-life problems, develop innovative solutions and pitch your ideas to international experts.
The Youth Innovation Accelerator is a two-week summer program for high school students from all backgrounds - no prior experience needed!
You’ll learn by doing - no textbooks, no tests - just hands-on challenges and real-world problem-solving.
Work with peers from around the world, tackle real challenges, develop bold ideas, and gain the confidence to succeed.
Unlock your potential, build valuable skills, and gain a unique advantage for university, your future career, or whatever path you choose.
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WHY SHOULD YOU PARTICIPATE?
To complete an Innovation Accelerator project, you will be challenged to:
TAKE INITIATIVE
identify problems, experiment with AI tools, propose solutions, and drive your ideas forward
DEMONSTRATE PERSERVEARANCE
keep going, overcome challenges, and keep improving your work until you succeed
DEVELOP NEW SKILLS
learn to collaborate, solve problems, think creatively, and make decisions that matter
BUILD & PITCH YOUR OWN IDEAS
develop innovative solutions and pitch them to international experts.
GET EXPERT MENTORSHIP
learn directly from startup founders, investors, and business leaders.
EXPERIENCE NEW CULTURES
combine innovation and adventure in one of the world’s most exciting destinations.
This is your chance to explore, create, and make an impact!
GRAB YOUR SEAT BEFORE IT'S GONE
PRAGUE
August 1-15, 2026
COPENHAGEN
July 23 - August 7, 2026
LISBON
July 1-12, 2026
NEW YORK
July 12-12, 2026
SEOUL
August 1-15, 2026
SAMPLE PROGRAM ITINERARY
OUR STUDENTS EXPERIENCE
The Youth Innovation Accelerator builds on three pillars
CREATIVITY
Come up with fresh ideas, experiment with AI tools, and use creative thinking to solve challenges.
ACTION
Work together with students from other countries, test your ideas, and gain hands-on skills that go beyond the classroom.
IMPACT
Make a difference in society while building the confidence, mindset, and skills you’ll need to succeed in school, your future career, or any path you choose — all while learning to respect and value others’ perspectives.It is central to the values of YIA that every student should contribute to better the world.
Our projects improve the lives of others, the environment and society as a whole.
We aim to educate ethically driven, contributing citizens of our global community who are empowered to be positive drivers of change in the world.
Powered by GIOBA & Hudson Lab Ventures
The Youth Innovation Accelerator (YIA) is brought to you by GIOBA and Hudson Lab Ventures, two organizations committed to empowering the next generation of learners and innovators.
Together, we bring deep expertise in innovation, technology, and entrepreneurial thinking, helping students develop the skills and confidence to tackle real-world challenges.
By combining our global experience, international connections, and industry insights, we deliver a truly unique program that exposes students to diverse perspectives, broadens their horizons, and prepares them to thrive in the rapidly changing world of work.