Our Challenge Champions are shaping the future by supporting the next generation of creative problem-solvers! This year, these Partners are proudly supporting our Awards, empowering students to tackle real-world challenges with fresh, innovative thinking. Aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, reinforcing the importance of creative thinking in driving meaningful change. By bridging the gap between industry and education, our Challenge Champions are helping young people develop essential skills while addressing key global issues. Together, we are inspiring the problem-solvers of tomorrow! Autodesk, MSD Ireland, RIAI, and our Award Partner CEUD #InnovationStartsHere #Mentor #Mentoring
The Big Idea - Ireland
Non-profit Organizations
Because one big idea can change the world 🌍 A creative empowered national education initiative!
About us
The B!G Idea is a creative thinking initiative that teaches the world’s most in demand skills to 15 to 19 year olds. Using creative thinking skills and activating their voices, students develop solutions to issues they identify as major stressors in their lives, with the help of hundreds of industry professional mentors, who help bridge the gap between education, industry and society.
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https://www.thebigidea.ie
External link for The Big Idea - Ireland
- Industry
- Non-profit Organizations
- Company size
- 2-10 employees
- Headquarters
- Ireland
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 2020
- Specialties
- Education, Creativity, Critical Thinking, Divergent Thinking, Problem Solving, Entrepreneurship, Inquiry Based Learning, Innovation, Creative Youth, Empathy, Risk Taking, Social Awareness, Social Innovation, Creative Skills, Critical Thinking, Creative Thinking, Resilience, Mentor, Mentoring, Employee Engagement, CSR, and ESG
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Ireland, IE
Employees at The Big Idea - Ireland
Updates
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A huge thanks to Amanda Fennell from Autodesk for joining us today! 🙌 Catch the full conversation now on TikTok or Instagram 🤩 Curious to learn more about The B!G Idea? Hit the link below 🚀 https://lnkd.in/eXVTg9dH #InnovationStartsHere #Mentor #Mentoring
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What a day! We have some AMAZING news🥳 We’re delighted to announce that we are one of the first social enterprises in Ireland to secure Social Enterprise World Forum’s People & Planet First Verification🤩 Thank you for the verification!❤️ Department of Rural and Community Development Social Enterprise Republic of Ireland SEWF - Social Enterprise World Forum C.I.C. #InnovationStartsHere #Mentor #Mentoring
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Our Skills Shapers are shaping the future! We are incredibly proud to have the support of industries across Ireland. Creativity plays a crucial role in every workplace, and with their backing, we continue to nurture the next generation of innovative thinkers. A B!G thank you for your support! Unum Ireland, PA Consulting, Linesight, Johnston Shopfitters, FINEOS, Each&Other, EPAM Systems, Dolmen Design #InnovationStartsHere #TheBiGIdea #ThinkBig #TransitionYear #CreativeThinkingSkills #Education #Mentor #Mentoring #EdChat #EdChatie #EducationIE
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B!G 5 Live is happening tomorrow! Tune in at 10 AM on Instagram Live as we chat with Amanda Fennell from Autodesk. Expect sharp insights, fresh ideas, and the inspiration you need to jumpstart your 2025 goals. You won’t want to miss this! Let’s make it B!G #InnovationStartsHere #Mentor #Mentoring
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B!G 5 Live returns this Wednesday! Join us on Instagram Live at 10 AM as we welcome Amanda Fennell, Director of EMEA Marketing at Autodesk. Gain valuable insights, hear unique perspectives, and leave feeling inspired. #InnovationStartsHere #Mentor #Mentoring
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Our Grant Funders are stepping up to support the next generation of creative problem-solvers! The future is built by those who dare to think differently. This support ensures that students have access to vital skills, bridging the gap between industry and education and empowering the next generation to tackle real-world challenges. Department of Education — Ireland, inCarlow Local Enterprise Office, Rethink Ireland, Institute of Designers in Ireland, Ulster University, Social Entrepreneurs Ireland, The Dormant Accounts Fund - Pobal #InnovationStartsHere #TheBiGIdea #ThinkBig #TransitionYear #CreativeThinkingSkills #Education #Mentor #Mentoring #EdChat #EdChatie #EducationIE
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Shaping a future where creative thinking is at the core of education is no small task, but with the support of some incredible Irish institutions, we’re making it happen. Thank you to our Believers! Your belief in our mission fuels the next generation of innovators, and we couldn’t do it without you. Thank you for being part of this journey! University College Cork, Griffith College, Munster Technological University #InnovationStartsHere #Mentor #Mentoring
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Huge thanks to Tyrone Williams from Nostra for being part of today’s B!G 5 Live! 🙌 Missed it? Catch the full conversation now on TikTok or Instagram 🤩 Curious about The B!G Idea? Find out more and get involved here 🚀 https://lnkd.in/eXVTg9dH #InnovationStartsHere #Mentor #Mentoring
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B!G 5 Live is happening TOMORROW!🚀 Catch us live at 10 AM on Instagram as we chat with Tyrone Williams from Nostra 🎙️✨ Don’t miss this chance to gain expert insights, fresh perspectives, and the motivation to fuel your 2025 journey! Let’s make it B!G! 💡🔥 #InnovationStartsHere #Mentor #Mentoring
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