The Social Shifters Global Innovation Challenge 2024 is a dynamic initiative aimed at empowering young people aged 18–30 worldwide to address pressing social and environmental issues within their communities.
Designed to facilitate concepts and initiatives at different phases of growth, this program provides a distinctive forum for nascent social entrepreneurs and well-established enterprises to promote constructive transformation.
Eligibility Criteria
- Age Requirement: Open to individuals aged 18–30 years, regardless of nationality.
- Global Reach: Participants can hail from any corner of the globe, with submissions required to be in English.
- Alignment with Sustainable Development Goals: Ideas must contribute to at least one of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
- Project Diversity: The challenge welcomes a diverse range of ideas, projects, and business solutions, whether at the conceptual stage, undergoing testing, or already implemented.
- For-profit or Non-profit: Projects can be implemented on both for-profit and non-profit bases, fostering innovation across various sectors.
Benefits of Participation
- Knowledge Exchange: Engage with fellow young leaders and entrepreneurs, gaining fresh perspectives, confidence, and valuable connections.
- Tailored Support: Receive assistance in refining project submissions, with up to 100 eligible project teams offered exclusive follow-on support opportunities.
- Grant Opportunities: Compete for multiple grant awards, with funding of up to $10,000 USD available to support impactful initiatives benefiting communities and the environment.
Application Process
- Submission Platform: All entries must be submitted through the Global Innovation Challenge portal.
- Flexibility: Applicants can work on their submissions and make edits until the deadline on July 31, 2024, at 11 PM (UTC).
- Deadline: The application deadline is May 27, 2024.
Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of a global movement driving positive change.
Click HERE to submit your application and contribute to a brighter, more sustainable future.
