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GEN-E 2025 ATHENS, GREECE PROGRAMME

Hosted by JA Europe and JA Greece.
Local time in Athens, Greece – EEST.
Nestled in the heart of southern Greece, Athens captivates with a timeless elegance where ancient legacy meets vibrant modern life. The city showcases a stunning mix of classical landmarks and dynamic urban spaces, offering venues that range from awe-inspiring historical ruins to sleek contemporary settings. Whether you’re drawn to the echoes of philosophers or the pulse of modern culture, Athens invites you to experience it all.
For overall inquires please contact – elizabeth@jaeurope.org

KEY PROGRAMME VENUES

Hellenic Cosmos
The «Hellenic Cosmos», the Cultural Centre of FHW, is a state-of-the-art Cultural Center and Museum known for its high-quality pioneering programs and productions. It is a multifunctional space that operates as a vibrant cell of cultural creation and expression. A wide range of activities is carried out in its spaces, aimed at everyone without exclusion. These include: Virtual, Augmented & Extended Reality Experiences, Theatrical Performances, Educational Programs, Exhibitions, Production and Screening of Documentaries, Conferences & Events. The official opening, stage presentations and the trade fair will take place here.
The Zappeion Megaron
The Zappeion Megaron is a part of national heritage of Greek civilization, designed by T. Hansen (1874-1888). Evangelis Zappas, a Greek patriot and benefactor from North Epirus, envisaged the rebirth of the spirit of ancient Greece and devoted his life to the revival of the Olympic Games and the promotion of the Αrts. The Zappeion Megaron has been an active part of Greece’s history and that of Hellenism, for the last 130 years. Cultural events of great importance take place within the precinct. The Zappeion Hall awaits all Gen-E participants for an unforgettable evening full of connection, interaction and youthful energy.
 
1 July:
  • All Day Arrivals & Welcome
    • 12:00 – 17:00 : Rehearsals for Stage Presentations
    • 13:00 – 16:00 : Light Lunch
    • 09:00 – 18:30 : #PulseZ Consortium Meeting (invitation only)
    • 18:00 – 19:30 : FedEx Masterclass
    • 18:00 – 19:30 : Educators’ Session
    • 19:30 – 22:00 : Welcome Dinner & Evening Programme
2 July:
    • 09:30 – 11:00 : Gen-E 2025 Opening Ceremony
    • 11:30 – 16:30 : Stage Presentations | Upper-Secondary Level
    • 11:30 – 13:30 : Stage Presentations | University Level
    • 12:30 – 14:30 : Lunch
    • 14:00 – 16:00 : Policy Roundtable: AI in Entrepreneurship Education
    • 18:00 – 19:30 : Dinner
    • 21:00 – 23:00 : Evening Programme
3 July:
    • 09:00 – 10:30 : Expo Stands Set-Up (All Youth)
    • 10:30 – 11:00 : Get in the Ring by Unknown
    • 11:00 – 14:00 : Expo Open for Jury & Visitors
      • Showcase of Building Back Better through Social Entrepreneurship
    • 14:00 – 15:00 : Dismantling Expo Stands (All Youth)
    • 20:00 – 22:30 : Gen-E 2025 Awards Dinner LIVESTREAM
4 July:

  • Departures

  • Board of Executive Meeting & CEO Retreat

 

JA BUSINESS PORTAL & VIRTUAL EXPO

STARTING FROM 01 SEPTEMBER
Registration for Students from JA Company Programme, JA Startup Programme and other initiatives.
STARTING FROM 06 JANUARY 2025
Building of Stands

Gen-E 2025 Official Virtual Opening AND LIVE DAY

LIVE ON 21 MAY – 10:00 AM CEST
The virtual opening marks the beginning of an innovative journey where creativity meets technology, providing JA students with a unique opportunity to showcase their entrepreneurial projects on a global stage.

Online Awards Jury Interviews: 10:30 – 12:00 CEST

ONLINE AWARDS

 
24 February – 04 May: Online Awards Applications
05 – 16 May: Pre-Selection
21 May: Online Awards Jury Interviews: 10:30 – 12:00 CEST
02 – 06 June: Public Winners Announcement
01- 03 July: Attending and Showcasing in Greece
Online Awards Winners Announcements
02/06/2025: J&J Brilliant STEM Innovation Award
02/06/2025: PMIEF Best Application of Project Management Award
03/06/2025: Green Manufacturing Award
04/06/2025: European Commission (Code4Europe) – Digital Innovation Award
04/06/2025: NN Group Social Impact Innovation Award
05/06/2025: Avanade – Digital Innovation Online Award
05/06/2025: EUROPEN – Online Award Market Expansion 
06/06/2025: Schneider Electric – The Innovation in Energy Award
06/06/2025: Food Tech Innovation Award by EIT Food
09/06/2025: Intel® AI Innovators Award
10/06/2025: The Entrepreneurial School (TES) Awards

MAIN & SIGNATURE AWARDS

 
02 June: Deadline to Submit Reports (Both Levels)
23 – 24 June: Main Jury Interviews (23 June: University Level |  24 June: Upper-Secondary Level)
25 – 27 June: Signature Jury Interviews
27 June: Deadline to Submit Stage Presentation Materials (Both Levels)
02 July: Stage Presentations
03 July: Stands Exhibition