Young Enterprise East Midlands delivers business education programmes in over 500 schools and colleges across the region through the direct support of volunteers from business. More than 30,000 young people each year benefit from a Young Enterprise experience and gain a valuable insight into business, enterprise and the world of work.

The East Midlands region covers the counties of Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, Lincolnshire, Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire.

Our Vision-

Our Core Purpose is:-

`To inspire and prepare young people to succeed in a global economy’.

Our Core Values

• Belief in the boundless potential of young people
• Commitment to the principles of market based economics and entrepreneurship
• Passion for what we do and honesty, integrity, and excellence in how we do it
• Respect for the talents , creativity, perspectives, and backgrounds of all individuals
• Belief in the power of partnership and collaboration
• Conviction in the educational and motivational impact of relevant, hands on learning

Programmes and Activities-

The Young Enterprise Programmes are based on the principle of "learning by doing" and each programme involves practical, fun, hands-on activity, led by a Volunteer from local business working alongside teachers/lecturers with specifically designed Young Enterprise programmes. The businesses and volunteers that support Young Enterprise take an active role in building a better-motivated, educated and enterprising workforce, at the same time making a real difference to the existing lives and future potential of young people in their area.