NAUFest 2024: Everything you need to build your future, in one place
NAUFest is launching its third year with an edition focused on the future of work, entrepreneurial skills and the main trends in the world of youth employment.
The initiative, organized by Junior Achievement Americas, will combine in-person experiences in 10 countries and a virtual tour for all young people in the region.
NAUFest, JA Americas' inspiration, trends and future of work experience, is being renewed to offer thousands of young people in the region a unique platform. With 14 in-person events in 10 countries and a virtual proposal for the entire region, NAUFest provides everything needed to design the future.
This edition focuses on the future of work, entrepreneurial skills, and key trends in youth employment, such as artificial intelligence, sustainability, and personal purpose. The goal is to exceed 100,000 educational experiences through a hybrid model that combines in-person events with inspiring content, prominent speakers, job fairs, recreational spaces, and regional activities such as the “Ideal Job Interview” Challenge, Matching Talent, and a live stream with special guests.
Calendar of in-person events:
📅 Guatemala City, Guatemala, August 8
📅 Montevideo, Uruguay, August 13
📅 Macapá, Brazil, September 12
📅 Curitiba, Brazil, September 21
📅 Salvador, Brazil, September 24
📅 Morelos, Mexico, September 19
📅 Lima, Peru, September 20
📅 Santiago de Chile, Chile, October 9
📅 Federal District, Brazil, October 22
📅 Bogotá, Colombia, October 22
📅 Buenos Aires, Argentina, November 4
Additionally, dates will soon be set for events in Vitoria in Brazil, Bogotá in Colombia, San Salvador in El Salvador, and Quito in Ecuador.
What’s coming up!
Guatemala: Workshops on resume writing, personal branding, job interviews, personal finances, and a panel on artificial intelligence, emerging technologies, and green jobs. Learn more about the event in Guatemala here: www.naufest.com/guatemala/
Uruguay: Networking space, interactive stands, and panels on trends and the future with relevant speakers from technology, arts, finance, entrepreneurship, and content creation. Confirmed participants include Luana, @holasoycaro, @alexis_martinovic, Micaela Wild from Flipando.ai, Ornella Toso @ornellatosofit, Maru Beauty @marubeautyuy, and Vale Lestido @valelesti. Learn more about the event in Uruguay here: www.naufest.com/uruguay/
NAUFest virtual journey:
Challenge #GRWM #IdealInterviewxJAA: From August to September, invites young people to prepare and share their ideas for an ideal job interview on TikTok. With supporting audiovisual capsules, the best videos will be selected and rewarded.
Matching Talent: In October, it will connect young people with company representatives and entrepreneurial leaders through informational capsules and live interviews.
#NAUFest Main Day: On September 20, it will be broadcast live from NAUFest Lima, featuring regional speakers and inspiring content.
#YouthManifesto: In November, it will highlight the best of the experience through the voices of young people, with participation from NAU Influencers from various countries.
With the support of PMIEF, Delta Air Lines and SAP, NAUFest 2024 is ready to inspire and prepare the next generation of leaders.
“Junior Achievement Americas hopes that NAUFest 2024 will continue to be a key platform for preparing young people for the future of work, promoting entrepreneurial skills, and showcasing the latest trends in the job market,” adds Noël.
Learn more about the initiative at www.naufest.com or through Junior Achievement Americas' social media channels: Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, and YouTube.