12/08/2026
This International Youth Day, we're celebrating the creativity, resilience and potential of young people around the world.
For more than 70 years, has operated on the belief that meaningful, sustainable employment has the power to change the world. As the future of work continues to evolve, helping young people develop the skills and confidence they need to succeed has never been more important.
Our longstanding partnership with Junior Achievement spans more than two decades and over 30 countries, built on a shared vision of equipping young people with the skills and opportunities needed to thrive. Through this collaboration, young people gain the entrepreneurial mindset, employability skills and learning agility needed to succeed in a rapidly changing and increasingly AI-enabled economy.
Our relationship with Junior Achievement runs deep. ManpowerGroup Chair & CEO Prising has served as Global Board Chair of Worldwide since 2021, while members of our senior leadership team, regional leaders and country leaders actively support JA initiatives around the world, including serving on local boards and fostering long-standing relationships in their communities.
That support extends throughout our organization. Each year, hundreds of ManpowerGroup employees volunteer their time and expertise to support JA students through mentoring, career coaching, mock interviews, digital skills development, sustainability-focused programs and more, helping young people build the confidence and capabilities needed to succeed in the world of work.
This commitment is also reflected in our sponsorship of the huManpower Award at Europe's event, Europe's largest entrepreneurship festival. The award recognizes young entrepreneurs who combine innovative business ideas with the human skills needed to succeed in an AI-enabled world, including initiative, collaboration, adaptability, problem-solving, ethical awareness and learning agility. By celebrating these future leaders, we help spotlight the skills that will shape the workforce of tomorrow.
As Gen Z prepares to make up an increasing share of the global workforce, investing in youth employability and entrepreneurship is critical to building a stronger future for individuals, businesses and communities.
Today and every day, we celebrate the next generation of innovators and changemakers and remain committed to helping young people realize their full potential.