The Launchpad Challenge invites high school innovators to identify real problems in their daily lives and communities, and design meaningful, creative solutions for them. Participants will explore issues affecting not just themselves, but also others around them, and then use the boot camp to develop a product or solution that can create a real impact.
This challenge is open to students in grades 9–12 who want to learn how to innovate, problem-solve, and give back to their community.
The mission of ABIL is to empower young people to make a difference through innovation.
The Launchpad Challenge encourages participants to give back to their communities while gaining hands-on experience in the entrepreneurial world.

Participants will walk away with real-world entrepreneurial skills, including:
The Launchpad Challenge is a 15-week program featuring:
7 instructional sessions
1 final presentation day
Session dates: TBD
Registration closes mid-January
Awards
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Winners will be:
Post-Challenge Opportunities
Winners will have the chance to meet with a specialist in a field related to their startup, offering guidance on how to take their idea further.
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