Date: 2nd September, 2024 at 02.00pm
Participants: UBL representatives and Young Economists Association (YEA) Members
Location: UBL, University of Jaffna
Purpose of the meeting:
The purpose of this meeting is to acknowledge the valuable contributions of the YEA, provide
support for future endeavors, and explore innovative strategies to further enhance the
organization’s activities. Both parties affirmed their shared commitment to fostering economic
understanding and professional development
Key Discussion Points:
- Discussion of past YEA activities and their outcomes: A comprehensive review of the activities organized by the YEA to date, including an evaluation of their advantages and disadvantages.
- Recognition of social activities: Acknowledgment of the value and positive reception of the association’s social initiatives.
- Brainstorming for future activities: Exploration of innovative ideas and methodologies for future YEA activities.
- Maximizing activity benefits and addressing criticism: Provision of guidance on effectively leveraging the opportunities offered by YEA activities and strategies for handling constructive criticism.
- Establishing an entrepreneurial foundation at the university: Examination of the necessary groundwork and recommendations for fostering entrepreneurship among university students.
Conclusion:
The meeting proved to be highly productive, with both UBL and YEA expressing a shared commitment to establishing a partnership that fosters the career development of entrepreneurs. Subsequent discussions will center on formalizing the terms of this collaborative endeavor.
