Startup Korea is a movement to foster an entrepreneur-friendly environment in South Korea, driven by the alliance of entrepreneurs, accelerators, media, and policy makers. Initiated by Banks Foundation for Young Entrepreneurs, it aspires to create an ecosystem where startups have access to the relationships, opportunities, and knowledge they need to succeed.Banks Foundation For Young Entrepreneurs is a non-profit organization founded in 2012 by the association of twenty banks of South Korea. With an asset base of approximately USD 460M, it aims to return part of contributing banks' profits to the society by helping address worsening youth unemployment through promoting entrepreneurship. Global Entrepreneurship Week is the world's largest celebration of the innovators and job creators who launch startups that bring ideas to life, drive economic growth and expand human welfare. During one week each November, GEW inspires people everywhere through local, national and global activities designed to help them explore their potential as self-starters and innovators.