This booklet is based on the evaluation and lessons learnt of the programme “Supporting Young Entrepreneurs in The Gambia” (#Standing4Youth), a comprehensive entrepreneurship support project implemented by the International Organization for Migration (IOM) between 2019 and 2021. The programme incorporated the best incubation and acceleration practices for 400 young Gambian entrepreneurs (18-35 years old), providing professional training on the necessary skills and know-how, as well as financial support, to overcome the challenges associated with launching a business in the country. 

This guidebook compiles the most important lessons learnt and recommendations to go through the different stages of project design and implementation. It can therefore be useful to international organizations but also to institutions and individuals who wish to launch or boost an entrepreneurship programme in a given country, region or community.