Students from Greenwood High Recognised at IIM Bangalore for Innovative Mentorship Platform – APN News | Authentic Press Network News
Bengaluru: Demonstrating entrepreneurial clarity, structured problem-solving, and social impact orientation at a remarkably young age, Team Mentorly from Greenwood High International School emerged as the Overall Winner at the Grand Finale of Youth Udyami 2026. This event was hosted by Prayaas, the social responsibility initiative led by students of the Indian Institute of Management Bangalore’s Executive Post Graduate Programme in Management (EPGP).
About Team Mentorly
The team, comprising Andrea Rosa Alen, Sanchi Jawaria, and Radhika Katti, all IBDP Year 1 students, impressed the jury with a well-structured digital mentorship platform designed to address persistent gaps in academic and career guidance for high school students navigating global university applications.
Overview of Youth Udyami 2026
Youth Udyami 2026 is a year-long entrepreneurship programme that brought together high school students from Classes 10 to 12. The program guided them through:
- Problem identification
- Validation
- Business modelling
- Solution development
The grand finale, held at the IIM Bangalore campus, featured shortlisted teams presenting scalable and real-world business solutions before an eminent jury. Prayaas aims to nurture entrepreneurial thinking among young learners, enabling them to translate passion-driven ideas into practical and socially relevant ventures.
Introduction to Mentorly
Mentorly is built on a simple but powerful premise: to make the college application journey more accessible, structured, and less overwhelming. The platform is trained on insights and data collected from successful university applicants who now serve as mentors on the platform.
How Mentorly Works
When a student begins their journey on Mentorly, they input their:
- Academic background
- Subject interests
- Dream universities
- Preferred countries
- Financial considerations (optional)
An embedded AI engine synthesises this information into a personalised, month-wise actionable roadmap. The platform then recommends relevant courses and universities aligned with the student’s profile, providing detailed information on:
- Application requirements
- Preparation strategies
- Campus life
- Future career prospects
Students can connect directly with mentors best suited to their goals, ask a capped number of focused questions, and participate in monthly live sessions. The AI assistant, trained exclusively on verified mentor data, addresses specific queries to ensure reliability and contextual accuracy.
Recognition and Impact
The jury noted that Mentorly demonstrated strong problem validation, a scalable delivery model, and a clear pathway for implementation through structured mentorship frameworks and expert engagement. Their solution stood out for combining social relevance with practical feasibility, reflecting a mature understanding of both user needs and long-term impact.
Statements from Greenwood High
“We are immensely proud of our students for their clarity of thought, structured execution, and commitment to solving real challenges faced by their peers. Their achievement reflects Greenwood High’s emphasis on critical thinking, innovation, and purpose-driven learning,” stated Mrs. Niru Agarwal, Managing Trustee of Greenwood High International School.
Conclusion
Team Mentorly’s victory highlights the growing entrepreneurial spirit among high school learners and reinforces Greenwood High’s commitment to equipping students with confidence, competence, and compassion. The recognition at IIM Bangalore not only celebrates their hard work but also serves as an inspiration for other students to engage in innovative problem-solving and mentorship.
Note: The success of Team Mentorly illustrates the importance of mentorship and structured guidance in navigating the complexities of higher education applications, showcasing how young minds can contribute to meaningful solutions in the educational landscape.
