In the post-pandemic world, young people have had to create their own opportunities as entrepreneurs. What challenges do they face and how can they be helped? Find out more in this piece by the CEO of JA Europe, Salvatore Nigro, and OECD expert David Halabisky.
David Halabisky
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Gender gaps in entrepreneurship are costing economies dearly
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