UCD enactus

Enactus stands as a vibrant global community, uniting student, academic, and business leaders with a shared vision of using entrepreneurial action to drive transformative change and shape a more sustainable world. With a remarkable presence in 36 countries and an expansive network of over 72,000 members, Enactus continues to inspire and empower through its impactful initiatives.

Guided by the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), Enactus teams worldwide have been instrumental in effecting sustainable changes for over 40 years. As agents of social innovation, they tackle pressing challenges and create meaningful solutions, aligning their efforts with the SDGs to foster a brighter future.

The journey begins with national competitions held in each country, where Enactus teams compete to secure the title of national champions. These champions then come together as a select group of 3,500 student, business, and academic leaders at the highly anticipated Enactus World Cup—an awe-inspiring event that showcases excellence in competition, collaboration, and celebration.

At UCD, an active and passionate Enactus team thrives, bolstered by the support of esteemed Faculty Advisers from UCD in the Community and the UCD Innovation Academy. This dynamic team has proudly represented Ireland on the international stage at the Enactus World Cup, a testament to their commitment and impact.

The benefits of joining the Enactus team at UCD are boundless. As a member, you will not only make a tangible difference in peoples lives but also embark on a transformative personal journey. Through engaging in impactful projects, you will cultivate vital entrepreneurial, project management, teamwork, leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills—a valuable asset that will propel your future success. Moreover, Enactus offers unparalleled opportunities for exposure to senior business leaders through the esteemed Enactus Business Advisory Board and participation in the insightful Autumn and Spring Summit events. Top graduate employers in Ireland, including KBC, Unilever, and Enterprise RentACar, actively collaborate with Enactus, often providing exclusive internships reserved for Enactus students.

Join the vibrant Enactus community at UCD, where innovation, collaboration, and social impact converge. As a member, you will be part of a transformative movement, igniting positive change while gaining invaluable experiences and forging lifelong connections that will shape your journey towards a brighter and more sustainable future.

Together, let us embrace the power of entrepreneurial action and create a world where innovation thrives, communities flourish, and lives are transformed. JoinEnactus at UCD and be a catalyst for meaningful change.

Iva Sharma, BSc Computational Social Science (1st year)

Envision this: You're a fresh-faced college student, bursting with enthusiasm and a burning desire to make a difference in the world. That's when I stumbled upon Enactus. Growing up, I found immense inspiration in the philosophical journey of a prominent Japanese thinker, Dr. Daisaku Ikeda, whose profound insights on fostering global peace and universal happiness have become my guiding light. Little did I know, this organization would become the driving force behind my quest to transform lives and communities. My journey with Enactus began in my first year of college when I joined as a project lead for HeadstArts.

While working for HeadstArts, we collaborated with schools and care centers like Saint Michael's House to create a transformative impact for individuals with intellectual disabilities. Through needs assessments, customized class designs, on-site art and dance workshops and with the support of caregivers and training coordinators, we brought joy, creativity, and a whole lot of dancing to their lives.

Upon joining Enactus, I underwent a profound transformation, evolving into a more empowered and purpose-driven individual.As I engaged in impactful projects and collaborated with like-minded individuals, I discovered newfound capabilities and strengths within myself. The challenges we faced as a team pushed me to step outside my comfort zone, fostering resilience, adaptability, and a fearless approach to problem-solving.

Representing HeadstArts at the national competition was an exhilarating experience. Together with my team of dedicated individuals, we poured our hearts and souls into perfecting our presentation and showcasing the remarkable outcomes of Headstarts. Presenting before esteemed judges and fellow social entrepreneurs, we had the chance to share our journey, achievements, and the transformative power of Headstarts.

To my delight, one of my co-team member and I were even selected as recipients of a 500 Euro bursary sponsored by KPMG in recognition of our dedicated efforts in Enactus. This honor will allow me to proudly represent UCD as part of the Irish delegation at the Enactus World Cup in the Netherlands this year where teams from around the world come together to compete.