John Geraji Jacob | Director of Youth Entrepreneurship & Skills Development | Global Union of Changemakers

The Global Union of Changemakers is proud to present John Geraji Jacob, who serves as the Director of Youth Entrepreneurship & Skills Development.

From Nigeria, John Geraji Jacob is a passionate youth leader dedicated to advancing entrepreneurship, innovation, and skills development among young people. His work focuses on empowering youth with practical tools, knowledge, and opportunities that enable them to become self-reliant, impactful, and globally competitive.

Through his leadership, the organization continues to strengthen its commitment to economic empowerment and sustainable development.

As Director of Youth Entrepreneurship & Skills Development, John Geraji Jacob is responsible for:

Designing and implementing youth entrepreneurship programs

Promoting digital and vocational skills development initiatives

Supporting youth-led startups and innovation platforms

Coordinating mentorship and training opportunities

Building partnerships that enhance youth economic empowerment

John Geraji Jacob, Director of Youth Entrepreneurship & Skills Development at the Global Union of Changemakers, shares powerful insights on the importance of youth empowerment through entrepreneurship and skills development.

Drawing from his experience in Nigeria and across global youth initiatives, he emphasizes the need for young people to take initiative, develop relevant skills, and embrace innovation in order to create sustainable livelihoods and drive positive change in their communities.

This message serves as a call to action for youth around the world to become proactive leaders and contributors to economic and social transformation.

“Youth are not just the leaders of tomorrow—they are the changemakers of today. By investing in entrepreneurship and skills development, we unlock the potential for innovation, resilience, and sustainable impact.”

The Global Union of Changemakers invites:

Young people to participate in entrepreneurship and skills programs

Partners to collaborate on youth empowerment initiatives

Stakeholders to support youth-led innovation and development