WE Empower UN SDG Challenge 2024 (Fully-funded)

This informs the public about the WE Empower UN SDG Challenge 2024. Details about the Program are given below.

WE Empower UN SDG Challenge 2024

Launched by the UN Secretary-General, President of the World Bank and the Council of Women World Leaders at the UN General Assembly in 2018, the WE (women entrepreneurs) Empower UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Challenge is the first-of-its-kind global competition for women social entrepreneurs who are advancing the UN SDGs and inspiring entire communities to create the world we want by 2030.

Program Details

The WE Empower Challenge is a global competition for women social entrepreneurs who are advancing the United Nations (UN) Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and inspiring entire communities to create the world we want by 2030.

The successful Awardees will be notified by July 2024 and will receive the opportunity to travel to New York City, New York (NY) during the UN Global Goals/Climate Week September 22 – 27, 2024, to participate in a series of tailored trainings contributed by leading and supporting partners and engage in high-profile events with UN Officials.

Eligibility

Please review the eligibility criteria below and ensure you meet ALL criteria before beginning an application.

  • You must identify as a woman entrepreneur.
  • You must have lead decision-making ability within your entity.
  • Your business or organization must have been in operation for at least three years as of August 1, 2024.
  • You must employ at least three full-time employees or full-time equivalents.
  • Your business or organization must generate a minimum of $75,000 USD in annual revenue. For nonprofit organizations, revenue may comprise donations, grants, and funds raised through various fundraising activities.
  • You must be professionally proficient in English.
  • You must be at least 21 years old by August 1, 2024.
  • You must be available to travel to New York, NY, and participate in all events from September 22 – September 29, 2024, and if necessary, able to participate in a virtual program from August through December 2024.

How to Apply

For those interested in the WE Empower UN SDG Challenge 2024. Open this link to start the application process.

Application Deadline

  • The deadline for receipt of applications is 12 April 2024.

Please open this link for more details about the WE Empower UN SDG Challenge.

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