If an educational institution wants to change its course, it is of vital importance to involve all partners of its local ecosystem. For this reason, the Antwerp University Association brings the strengths of the city of Antwerp, its educational institutions, local companies, organisations and (student) associations together. 

This local ecosystem (TAKEOFFANTWERP) aims to inspire, activate and support youngsters on their way to entrepreneurship. The partners within TAKEOFFANTWERP work on a common framework and schedule. This involves mapping out Antwerp’s entire entrepreneurial landscape. Students are able to seek advice at a ‘one-stop shop’ for young entrepreneurs. Teachers, Researchers, staff and youth workers are supported in developing entrepreneurial skills within their own working environments. Cooperation

possibilities between existing initiatives are also being looked into. 

Since 2014, TAKEOFFANTWERP is a (Quadruple Helix) partnership between the city of Antwerp, the Antwerp University Association (AUHA), Artesis Plantijn University College, Karel de Grote University College, the University of Antwerp, KAVKA youth centre, SINC student association & VOKA, Flanders' Chamber of Commerce and Industry.

SUMMER SCHOOL

17-28 August 2020 - ANTWERP

Every summer, University of Antwerp organizes an international summerschool to get an intensive introduction to entrepreneurship.

Through theoretical sessions, company visits, testimonials and a dynamic group work, you will experience an unforgettable period of knowledge, innovation and fun! 

STARTING A BUSINESS IN ANTWERP

Do you want to start up your own business in Antwerp?
The Business Desk (Bedrijvenloket) will help you along the way. 

Are you in need of advice tailored specifically to your business plans?
You can make an appoint for a free starters consultation.

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Read more about setting up your own business in Belgium.

TAKEOFFANTWERP_ALLIANCE

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Combining the strengths of the city of Antwerp, its educational institutions, local companies, organisations and student associations, this local ecosystem aims to inspire, activate and support youngsters on their way to entrepreneurship.

The partners work on a common framework and schedule. This involves mapping out Antwerp’s entire entrepreneurial landscape. Youngsters are able to seek advice at a ‘one-stop shop’ for young entrepreneurs.

Teachers and youth workers are supported in developing entrepreneurial skills within their own working environments. Cooperation possibilities between existing initiatives are also being looked into.

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TAKEOFFANTWERP_ALLIANCE is a partnership between the city of Antwerp, the Antwerp University Association (AUHA), Artesis Plantijn University College, Karel de Grote University College, the University of Antwerp, KAVKA youth centre, SINC student association & VOKA, Flanders' Chamber of Commerce and Industry.

It is supported by the ERDF and the Flemish Agency for Innovation and Entrepreneurship.