Where young people become future makers

An initiative by the Global Culture & Sustainability Foundation dedicated to empowering the next generation of creative leaders, innovators, and changemakers in the Amsterdam Zuidoost region and beyond.

Community Dialogue

Community in Action

Witness the energy, diversity, and collaborative spirit that drives our initiatives forward. Our participants are actively shaping the future of sustainable innovation.

Diverse group of young future makers collaborating around a table

Collaborative Learning

Community members networking and testing ideas in a living lab environment

Living Lab in Action

Experienced professional mentoring a young future maker in discussion

Mentorship Moments

What we do

ZO Future Makers is a youth platform and living lab in Amsterdam Zuidoost where young people shape their future through art, technology, music and entrepreneurship. The platform brings together young people, makers, community organizations, businesses and partners around talent development, community building, innovation and new opportunities.

Based on the belief that young people are not only the future, but are already shaping it now, ZO Future Makers creates space for meeting, visibility, co-creation and growth. We develop programs, events, conversations and collaborations that strengthen young people in their talent, network, creativity and ownership.

ZO Future Makers operates at the intersection of community, culture and future. With this, we are a connecting platform for organizations and businesses that want to contribute to a stronger, more inclusive and future-oriented Amsterdam Zuidoost, and an inspiring place for young people who want to further develop their voice, ideas and potential.

What participants gain

Practical experience and a portfolio of sustainable projects to showcase to future employers or investors.

Access to a growing professional network and community of like-minded innovators.

Confidence and leadership skills to drive cultural and sustainable change in their communities.

For partners

By partnering with ZO Future Makers, you invest directly in local talent and sustainable innovation. We offer co-creation opportunities and the chance to align your brand with tangible social impact.

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