What is Enactus Action?

Enactus Action is your launchpad into the world of social and environmental innovation. Designed to empower students from over 60+ universities across the UK & Ireland, this programme encourages you to take your first steps toward creating meaningful change. Whether you’re starting with a vague idea or just a desire to help, Enactus Action gives you the tools, structure, and support to turn your drive into something powerful.

Through a mix of interactive workshops, team-based challenges, and expert mentorship, you'll learn how to spot real-world problems, design impactful solutions, and begin developing a project that makes a difference in your community. Along the way, you'll gain valuable experience in leadership, creative thinking, project planning, and sustainable innovation all within a supportive, national network.

By the end of the programme, you’ll have the opportunity to take your projects further by competing in regional and national competitions. Even better, the chance to represent the UK & Ireland on a global stage at the Enactus World Cup! This is more than just knowledge. You’ll gain direction, a support system, and the confidence to lead lasting change.

Who can take part?

Enactus Action is open to all current university students who are ready to create real-world impact.
It doesn’t matter what you study, whether it’s business, engineering, art, or anything in between, if you’re motivated to make a difference in your community, this programme is for you. No prior experience in social enterprise is needed, just curiosity, creativity, and the drive to produce positive and lasting change!

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Why YOU should join!

Make a Difference

Joining the Enactus Action Programme allows you to turn your ideas into powerful projects that tackle some of the world’s most significant challenges, from climate change to inequality, all while advancing the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

It’s your chance to lead change, create impact, and be part of a global community of student innovators building a better future.

Build Essential Skills

What’s in it for me?

Whether you have business accument or creative assets, your qualities will never go unnoticed. Every skill that you have or are developing you will will be brought out during your journey with Enactus as you work in teams to enhance these essential skills.

While making a positive impact on the people around you, there is also an opportunity for you to learn more about yourself, as you apply your academic and personal experience into employment environments.

This is the reward; the sense of assurance that you are in the right direction, which starts at Enactus.

Networking & Lifelong Connections

You’ll be stepping into much more than a programme, it’s your gateway to a vibrant global community.

You’ll have exclusive networking opportunities with like-minded students, industry leaders, and professionals who can open doors throughout your career.

Click here to see our partner companies.

Beyond the professional perks, Enactus is a place to build lifelong friendships with peers who share your drive to make a difference. With Enactus, you’re never alone on your journey. You’re connected to a worldwide family ready to support, inspire, and grow with you.

Shape Your Career

Enactus graduates are 50x more likely to be hired by our partner companies than the average graduate.

You’ll gain direct access to:

Expert business advisors and personal mentors
Regular training sessions designed to sharpen your skills and boost your confidence
Opportunities to pitch your ideas directly to senior business leaders
Collaboration on global business projects
Access to our training hub and careers directory, packed with resources tailored to your success

… And so much more!

Event & Socials

Yeah, we work hard.. But we definitely know how to have a good time!

You’ll get access to an exciting calendar of events throughout the year. From team socials to hands-on training workshops that build your skills, there’s always something happening.

Compete in regional and national competitions, where you can showcase your ideas at the National Expo (and the famous afterparty). Top teams have the chance to represent the UK & Ireland at the Enactus World Cup, an unforgettable global experience.

Whether you're here to grow, compete, connect or celebrate, there’s a place for you.

Hear from our past students..

Sobia Afzal | University of Exeter

“Through research, stakeholder interviews, and rapid prototyping, I refined my problem-solving and sustainable design thinking. Collaborating with peers from across the UK helped me hone my teamwork and cross-cultural communication, learning to navigate diverse viewpoints and co-create effective, impactful projects.
I feel more confident and prepared to take on challenges, and use my technical, project management, and leadership skills through various projects and teams.
To any student considering Enactus, I cannot recommend it highly enough. The opportunity to work on real-life projects that positively impact communities is invaluable.”
Anamika Das | Aston University

“Before joining Enactus, I lacked a platform to make a meaningful difference. Through Enactus, I found the opportunity to drive positive change in the community and develop projects that impact lives.
This experience has been transformative, extending beyond professional growth. I’ve developed leadership skills by guiding teams, project management expertise by planning and executing initiatives, and empathy through deep engagement with beneficiaries. Applying my academic knowledge to real-world scenarios has sharpened my problem-solving abilities and clarified my career aspirations.”
James Buckley | Management Science and Information Systems Studies | TCD

“I have developed a wide range of skills. From strategic leadership (guiding our team’s vision) and persuasive public speaking (pitching to international judges), to meticulous project planning (mapping timelines and resources) and collaborative teamwork (co-creating solutions with diverse peers). Delivering our presentation under pressure sharpened my ability to craft clear, impactful messages, while coordinating every logistics detail deepened my project management expertise.”
Ankit Kumar Lahoti | University of Hertfordshire

“Enactus has been transformative: I’ve grown as a leader, learning to mentor teammates and adapt strategies on the fly, and I’ve sharpened my problem-solving by tackling unexpected obstacles head-on. The hands-on experience of driving measurable change gave me a deep sense of purpose and the confidence to take on future projects.
To any student considering Enactus, if you want to build essential skills - leadership, project management, data analysis, stakeholder communication - while making a tangible difference in your community, this programme is the perfect launchpad. It will challenge and inspire you, shaping you into a more capable, compassionate leader. Joining Enactus has been one of the most impactful decisions I’ve made!”