From 23 Million to One: JA Highlights from 2025
December 29, 2025
As 2025 comes to a close, JA Worldwide is reflecting on a year defined by scale, collaboration, and real-world impact for young people around the globe.
Our year-end video, “From 23 Million to One,” counts down the moments that shaped our global movement in 2025, highlighting the students, educators, volunteers, partners, alumni, and staff who brought JA learning experiences to life in classrooms and communities worldwide.
2025 by the Numbers:
23 million+ learning experiences delivered globally
JA reached more than 23 million young people worldwide through hands-on, immersive learning experiences in 2025.
8.7 million students engaged through EU Code Week
An additional 8.7 million students participated in EU Code Week, supported by JA Europe and the Code4Europe consortium.
63,000 students reached through INJAZ Campus
Across the MENA region, 63,000 students expanded their skillsets through INJAZ Campus, an innovative learning management system delivering JA programs.
790,000+ educators and volunteers worldwide
More than 790,000 educators and volunteers delivered JA learning experiences this year, supporting students across regions and programs.
24,000+ young people joined NAUfest across the Americas
Over 24,000 students from 11 countries across the Americas region participated in NAUfest, connecting learning, creativity, and youth leadership.
10,821 generative-AI apps built in one day, a new world record
JA students set a new world record by developing 10,821 generative-AI apps in one day through AWS, Prestasi Junior Indonesia, and JA Asia Pacific.
3,618 student-led social impact projects launched
Through the Z Zurich Foundation and JA Africa Social Equity Program, young people launched 3,618 student-led social impact projects.
120+ countries delivering JA learning experiences
JA learning experiences reached classrooms and communities in more than 120 countries worldwide.
81 years of JA student competitions in the United States
JA student competitions in the U.S. marked 81 years, beginning with Company of the Year and continuing today with Future Bound from Junior Achievement USA.
72 countries represented at GLC Rio 2025
Leaders from 72 JA countries gathered in Rio for the 2025 Global Leadership Conference, strengthening global collaboration and shared purpose.
40+ global partners powering JA impact
More than 40 global partners supported JA initiatives and impact worldwide throughout the year.
34 alumni events connecting leaders across borders
JA alumni came together through 34 events worldwide, strengthening networks and reinforcing a global community of purpose-driven leaders.
9 prestigious awards recognizing excellence across the network
Nine awards honored innovation, leadership, and excellence across the JA network in 2025.
8 global experts launched The JA Institute
Eight global impact experts serving on the Research Advisory Council launched The JA Institute to advance research and thought leadership.
6 regional Company of the Year champions competed for De La Vega
Six regional Company of the Year champions advanced to the De La Vega Global Entrepreneurship Award finals.
5 Global Business Hall of Fame Laureates inducted
Five leaders reached the pinnacle of business achievement as newly inducted Global Business Hall of Fame Laureates in 2025.
3 staff leadership initiatives advancing professional growth
JA Worldwide Fellows, JA ROC Stars, and JA LEAD combined mentorship, hands-on experience, and structured learning to strengthen leadership across the organization.
2 prestigious global honors recognizing social impact
JA Worldwide received two major honors: another top-10 global SGO ranking and another nomination for the Nobel Peace Prize.
1 globally connected JA network
One global network, powered by volunteers, partners, educators, staff, and alumni, continued working together to serve young people worldwide.