A three-day workshop titled Kidpreneurs, invited more than 1,000 students to take inspiration from professionals and gain early insights on how to become entrepreneurs.
The event, held in Karachi, was organised by Idārah al Tijārat al Rābehah, the community’s Department of Business Development in Pakistan, and is the fourth iteration of the annual event intended to continue supporting business-mindedness and nurturing a growth mindset in young audiences.
“Last year, kids were introduced to the Business Model Canvas, but this time, the event focused on ten core entrepreneurial competencies—creativity, communication, problem-solving, teamwork, pitching, and ethical business practices among them,” said an event organiser.
Such programs are inspired by the counsel of the community leader, His Holiness Syedna Mufaddal Saifuddin, who encourages young students to aspire and aim to reach at the top in their endeavours.
Through interactive discussions, storytelling, hands-on activities and guided idea-development sessions, even the youngest participants were encouraged to reflect on real-world challenges and consider how thoughtful, ethical businesses can be part of the solution.
Husaina Junagadh, a student, said, “Kidspreneur 4.0 was a mix of hard work, fun, stress, laughter, and unforgettable moments. We worked day and night; sometimes testing formulas, sometimes changing designs, sometimes sitting and working till 9 PM, having endless discussions, and sometimes laughing so much that we forgot all our tiredness.”
From idea to prototype: Launching real-world solutions
By the end of the workshops, students were invited to develop a unique product, create a functional prototype, and submit their entries for evaluation. Submissions poured in from every participating school, showing an impressive range of creativity, practicality and sustainability.
Following a detailed evaluation, the top 10 teams — comprising 4 to 5 students each — advanced to the Grand Finale at the community’s Al Nadi al Burhani ground.
On stage, students delivered polished presentations with confidence and a striking seriousness. It was a proud moment for many bright young ladies, who stood out significantly for their unique ideas and secured a majority of the awards.
“It was particularly heartening to see the talent of young Bohra women as emerging entrepreneurs, leading with confidence, sustainability-focused thinking and a desire to serve humanity,” said a member of the audience.
Recognition and a vision for tomorrow
Environmental awareness emerged as a defining theme across many projects.
Top honours went to:
- 1st Place: MSB Hyderi — NAAP: Natural Algae Air Purifier, commended for its eco-friendly and intuitive design.
- 2nd Place: Saifiyah Girls School — Eco-Peel, a fruit-based all-in-one spray serving as a perfume, mosquito repellent and more.
- 3rd Place (shared):
- MSB Hyderi — Bio-Cement, a biodegradable crack-sealing powder.
- Husamiyah School — Heat Shield, a spray designed to cool car windshields.
- MSB Hyderi — Bio-Cement, a biodegradable crack-sealing powder.
Winners received merit scholarships in recognition of their outstanding performance. Having brainstormed a wide range of topics from marketing, pricing and customer service to teamwork and execution, students got a first-hand taste of enterprise.
Kidpreneurs 4.0 proved that the young minds of the community, when guided thoughtfully, can conceive innovative, practical and ethical ideas.