StreetBiz Projects

Access to education, experience, exposure, and mentors.

StreetBiz projects are built to give emerging social entrepreneurs the tools, networks, and practical opportunities they need to serve their communities.

Be a Nelson Movement

Be a Nelson Movement

Inspired by Nelson Mandela, this initiative empowers youth to shift from survival thinking to action and independence, leading with forgiveness and hope.

  • Empower youth to have a positive impact on their communities
  • Provide access to tools for social entrepreneurial skills
Democratizing Innovation Institute

Democratizing Innovation Institute

A global partnership providing accredited social entrepreneurship education and tools for social change to Be a Nelson members.

  • Advance global learning and promote social innovation
  • Expand access to social entrepreneurship education for grassroots leaders
NASA GLOBE Program

NASA GLOBE Program

A worldwide environmental science and education program that connects local learners with citizen science and NASA satellite data.

  • Promote science and foster environmental learning
  • Engage students and citizens in local scientific investigations
Be a Nelson Walk

Be a Nelson Walk

A multi-day, off-the-grid walking journey in nature that brings together people from diverse backgrounds to connect, reflect, and learn.

  • Connect, reflect, and learn through nature and community immersion
  • Foster peacebuilding through dialogue and cultural exchange
Dolphins Mentoring and Coaching

Dolphins Mentoring and Coaching

The Dolphins Mentorship & Coaching Program is dedicated to empowering members of the Be a Nelson Movement by providing personalized guidance, support, and encouragement.

    Be A Nelson Pitch Competition

    Be A Nelson Pitch Competition

    A platform for community innovators to pitch social-impact ideas, receive feedback, and access support to scale their initiatives.

    • Ignite community innovation and showcase impactful projects
    • Provide a platform for feedback, mentorship, and practical growth

    Grassroots leaders have a vital role in shaping a better future.

    StreetBiz partnerships with universities, mentors, coaches, environmental programs, and local communities prove that changemakers do not need traditional pathways to make meaningful contributions.