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Chapter 5 JOIN THE MOVE

1. CIRCFASH programme

The general objective of this action, funded by the COSME programme of the European Commission is to
enhance the competitiveness and improve the environmental performance of European fashion industry
by building capacity and supporting small businesses (SMEs, designers and start-ups). This is with the aim
to become more sustainable and turn their business model into a more circular one. Intermediary
organisation over Europe will organise the CIRCFASH calls and fund initiatives proposed by transnational
partnerships.

2. JA Europe Enterprise Challenge

The JA Europe Enterprise Challenge brings together the best student companies at the post-secondary lev-
el (aged 18 to 30) from all across Europe. Those teams have won the national competitions of the JA Start
Up Programme. A special jury composed of business representatives and experts in entrepreneurship will
assess all startups and evaluate their value proposition (financial, social or cultural) as well as its potential
to grow.

3. Erasmus for Young Entrepreneurs

Erasmus for Young Entrepreneurs is a cross-border exchange programme which gives new or aspiring
entrepreneurs the chance to learn from experienced entrepreneurs running small businesses in other
Participating Countries. The exchange of experience takes place during a stay with the experienced entre-
preneur, which helps the new entrepreneur acquire the skills needed to run a small firm. The host benefits
from fresh perspectives on his/her business and gets the opportunities to cooperate with foreign partners
or learn about new markets.

4. Referenced tools to develop action.

CANVAS business model generation

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We are Sustainn

Workbook for developing Circular Business Models