Start-cup Academy

The START CUP ACADEMY project successfully carried out its second piloting session on 19 May 2026 at the Youth Center of Alhaurín, in collaboration with the associated partner ARRABAL-AID. The session gathered 13 participants, including young people, job seekers, aspiring entrepreneurs, and individuals interested in strengthening their entrepreneurial and startup-related competences. The piloting activity was organized by Internet Web Solutions (IWS) as part of the project’s testing and validation phase. The session provided participants with the opportunity to explore the START CUP ACADEMY training contents and digital tools while offering direct feedback on usability, relevance, and applicability. The experience proved to be extremely fruitful and inspiring. Participants actively engaged with the materials and discussions, contributing valuable insights that will support the final refinement of the project’s training resources and digital warehouse. In addition, the event allowed the consortium to expand the START CUP network by connecting with new potential stakeholders, collaborators, and future beneficiaries interested in entrepreneurship support and startup ecosystems. About START CUP ACADEMY START CUP ACADEMY is a European cooperation project aimed at supporting students, young entrepreneurs, and aspiring startup founders by providing innovative training, digital resources, and practical tools to prepare them for startup competitions and entrepreneurial journeys. The project focuses on developing entrepreneurial competences through accessible and multilingual learning opportunities, combining online training, interactive digital tools, case studies, mentoring, and networking opportunities. One of its key outcomes is the START CUP ACADEMY Digital Warehouse, an open-access e-learning environment designed to facilitate flexible and inclusive learning experiences for users across Europe. By promoting innovation, entrepreneurship education, and startup culture, START CUP ACADEMY contributes to empowering future entrepreneurs and strengthening the European innovation ecosystem. The consortium continues its piloting and validation activities across partner countries, gathering feedback from learners and trainers to ensure the quality, accessibility, and long-term sustainability of the project’s results. For more information, visit: 🌐 www.startcupacademy.eu

Internet Web Solutions (IWS), in collaboration with its associated partner ARRABAL-AID, successfully organized a Multiplier Event for the European project START CUP ACADEMY at ARRABAL’s premises in Málaga. The event gathered 24 participants, including beneficiaries, stakeholders, trainers, youth workers, entrepreneurs, job seekers, and staff members from participating organizations interested in acting as future replicators of the project methodology or trainers for target groups. The session represented an excellent opportunity to present the objectives, activities, results, and consortium of START CUP ACADEMY, as well as the extensive network of associated partners supporting the initiative across Europe. Participants were introduced to the project’s innovative training resources and digital tools designed to strengthen entrepreneurial competences and support startup creation among students and aspiring entrepreneurs. The event proved to be extremely useful and inspiring, generating lively discussions and valuable exchanges among participants. Attendees particularly appreciated the accessibility and practical value of the project’s outputs, highlighting several key advantages of the START CUP ACADEMY initiative: Free-of-charge access to all training resources Open and accessible results available online 24/7 Multilingual learning materials Training content developed by experts in entrepreneurship and innovation Certificates of completion available upon successful completion of training modules Additional resources, references, and tools to support entrepreneurial development The event also contributed to strengthening connections between local stakeholders and the START CUP ACADEMY network, paving the way for future collaborations, dissemination opportunities, and the wider adoption of the project’s methodologies. About START CUP ACADEMY START CUP ACADEMY is an Erasmus + project focused on promoting entrepreneurship education, startup culture, and innovation among students, young people, and aspiring entrepreneurs. The project develops accessible and practical training resources that help participants acquire the skills, attitudes, and knowledge needed to participate in startup competitions and successfully launch entrepreneurial initiatives. One of the project’s key outcomes is the START CUP ACADEMY Digital Warehouse, an open-access e-learning platform offering multilingual training materials, interactive tools, case studies, mentoring opportunities, and networking spaces. The platform is designed to support flexible online learning and encourage collaboration among learners, educators, and stakeholders across Europe. Through its activities, START CUP ACADEMY aims to empower future entrepreneurs, promote digital and entrepreneurial competences, and strengthen the European startup ecosystem through inclusive and innovative education. For more information, visit: 🌐 www.startcupacademy.eu

  Internet Web Solutions (IWS), in collaboration with its associated partner Arrabal AID, successfully conducted the first pilot session of the START CUP – Digital Tools for Innovation and Startup Growth module on March 17, 2026. The session took place at Arrabal AID’s premises in Málaga and brought together 27 young aspiring entrepreneurs and job seekers eager to strengthen their digital and entrepreneurial skills. The pilot session is part of the broader START CUP project, an innovative European initiative aimed at equipping young people with the practical knowledge, tools, and mindset needed to launch and grow startups in today’s digital economy. The program focuses on fostering entrepreneurial competencies, digital transformation skills, and innovation-driven thinking. During the session, participants explored key digital tools and strategies designed to support startup development, including the use of emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, digital marketing techniques, and innovation frameworks. The training emphasized practical application, enabling attendees to better understand how digital solutions can enhance creativity, employability, and business opportunities. Highly Positive Participant Feedback The session received very positive feedback from participants, highlighting both the quality of the content and the engaging delivery. Attendees described the workshop as: “A great learning opportunity” “Very entertaining and interesting” “I learned a lot” “A valuable and enjoyable experience” Many participants expressed appreciation for the dynamic approach and practical insights, while also showing strong interest in further deepening their knowledge—particularly in areas such as artificial intelligence and digital tools for innovation. The feedback also provided constructive suggestions, including requests for longer sessions and more in-depth exploration of certain topics, demonstrating high engagement and motivation among attendees. About the START CUP Project The START CUP project (https://www.startcupacademy.eu/) is a European initiative designed to support young people in developing entrepreneurial skills through innovative training modules, digital learning tools, and hands-on experiences. The project aims to bridge the gap between education and the labor market by empowering participants to become job creators rather than job seekers. Through modules such as Digital Tools for Innovation and Startup Growth, START CUP provides practical guidance on leveraging technology, fostering innovation, and building sustainable business models in a rapidly evolving digital landscape. Looking Ahead Following the success of this first pilot session, IWS and its partners will continue refining the training content based on participant feedback and expanding the implementation of START CUP modules to reach a wider audience across Europe. This pilot marks an important step toward empowering the next generation of entrepreneurs with the skills and confidence needed to thrive in the digital economy.