Alumni Opportunities

World Youth Forum Egypt

The registration is now open for the World Youth Forum 2022 in Egypt. The WYF is all expenses covered for the 1-week conference in Egypt. All international students from all around the world are eligible to apply. WYF will bring 5000+ participants to Egypt. The International Youth Forum is taking place from 10th to 13th January 2022 in Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt.

The aim of the world youth forum is to bring participants from all over the world to send a message of peace, prosperity, harmony, and progress to the entire world and are determined to make our world a better place for everyone.

Location:

 Egypt

 Benefits

WYF Egypt 2022 is a fully-funded international conference for all the participants. Selected participants will get the following benefits:

• Round Airfare Tickets from your nearest hub to Egypt
• Including domestic flights within Egypt
• Full free accommodation during the event by the World Youth Forum
• Hotel transportation is provided from and to the airport
• Visa fee

 Eligibilities

• It is open to all youth of all nations between the ages of 18-40 years old.
• Youth that is influential in their communities and areas of studies are also encouraged to apply.
• You can attend WYF as an attendee a normal participant as a youth, a speaker,  a model participant, a workshop participant, or a World Youth Theater participant.

Eligible Regions: Open for All.

Generation Google Scholarship

The Generation Google Scholarship: for women in computer science is open to qualified students who meet the eligibility criteria. Women from Europe, Middle East and Africa interested in computer science are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Generation Google Scholarship: for women in computer science was established to help aspiring computer scientists excel in technology and become leaders in the field. Selected students will receive a 7,000 EUR award (or local equivalent) for the 2022-2023 academic year. Scholarships will be awarded based on the strength of each candidate’s impact on diversity, demonstrated leadership, and academic background. The program is open to qualified students who meet all the minimum qualifications. Women interested in computer science are strongly encouraged to apply.

 Benefits

Selected students will receive a 7,000 EUR award (or local equivalent) for the 2022-2023 academic year.

 Eligibilities

• Be currently enrolled as an undergraduate or graduate student at a university for the 2021-2022 academic year
• Intend to be enrolled in or accepted as a full-time student in a Bachelors, Masters, or PhD program at an accredited university in Europe, Middle East or Africa for the 2022-2023 academic year
• Be studying computer science, computer engineering, or a closely related technical field
• Demonstrate a strong academic record
• Exemplify leadership and demonstrate a passion for improving representation of underrepresented groups in computer science and technology

Eligible Regions: Europe, Middle East, Africa

Karolinska Institutet Global Master’s Scholarships in Sweden

Karolinska Institutet offers a handful of tuition fee scholarships to excellent students who have been admitted to one of our Global Master’s Programmes starting each Autumn semester. The amount of scholarships varies from year to year, but there is a maximum of 10 scholarships per year, spread to all the Global Master’s Programmes. 

The selection process is based on an overall assessment of the applicant’s CV and qualifications that are submitted via UniversityAdmissions and evaluated in connection with the application for a KI Global Master’s program. Scholarship awardees will be notified personally.

 Benefits

KI Global Master’s Scholarship only covers the tuition fee (or part of the tuition fee for programmes only partially given by Karolinska Institutet)

 Eligibilities

To be eligible for the KI Global Master’s Scholarship you must:

• have applied to one of Karolinska Institutet’s Global Master’s Programmes starting 2022
• be a tuition fee-paying student (from outside the EU/EEA)
• have paid the application fee by 1 February 2022
• fulfill the entry and documentation requirements for the program you have applied for

Eligible Regions: Applicants from any country outside the EU are invited to apply.

Global Youth Village 2022

YES Alumni are eligible to apply for a scholarship to attend The Iacocca Global Village for Future Leaders. 

In this time of unprecedented global challenges and rapidly changing environments, we need leaders who can work and collaborate across boundaries of all kinds, who can excel in a complex and evolving global context and build trusted relationships across diverse sectors, disciplines and cultures.

The Iacocca Global Village experience is uniquely designed to meet the needs of these future leaders, bringing young professionals, entrepreneurs, and advanced university students from every continent to live and work together in an intensive and extremely diverse learning community.

In the Village, you work in cross-cultural teams on real leadership challenges for organizations across the globe, develop your personal leadership vision and plan, and build a lifelong network of global colleagues, mentors and friends. Together, you will create new visions for what leadership means in the future.

Deadline for YES alumni to apply and receive a scholarship is January 15, 2022. 

The scholarship covers the cost of tuition (which is otherwise 7,500 USD), insurance during the program, and visa fees. Tuition fees include instructional material, five weeks of housing, and educational excursions to New York City and Washington, DC. The scholarship does not cover travel to and from the Global Village program. Those chosen for the program are required to pay for their own flights to the U.S. and all travel to get to the Lehigh University campus in the U.S. Participants will also pay for their own meals, laundry costs, and personal expenses. Also, please note that evening wear may be required for at least two events during the program. 

Learn more on the YES website.

ChangeMakers Seed Funding

Enter for a chance to win $1000 in seed funding!

StartupXs has launched the “ChangeMakers Seed Funding 2022” for startups and social enterprises who want to create positive change in their community. All early-stage business innovators, startups, and social enterprises are invited to apply.

StartupXs supports entrepreneurs through the early stages of business development. They believe that startups and social enterprises can play a key role in solving social challenges, not only in their community but globally. Change Makers Seed Funding 2022 will support one changemaker with $1000 in seed funding. No strings attached.

The 2022 winner will be announced on 31st January 2022 on their official Facebook Page: @StartupXs

 Benefits

$1000 in seed funding.

 Eligibilities

• Participation is open to any individual or organization in any country unless prohibited by local or United States law
• Over 18 years of age
• Represent a start-up or social enterprises
• Priority is given to early- and growth-stage startups and social enterprises working on an innovative product or idea
• Requirements
  • The submission must be in English in the form of a slide deck or business plan and include a budget
  • The submission must be created within the past year
  • A submission can be any length – but shorter is better
  • One document in MS Word or PDF format only
  • Do not include annexes or attachments
  • Submit your document through our online form
  • Submission by email is not accepted
  • The submission must reach us by 31st  December 2021

Eligible Regions: Open for all

Harvard Model Congress Middle East

Harvard Model Congress Middle East is a simulation of committees in the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives run by a former YES Abroad student. The conference runs similarly to Model United Nations, but it places a larger focus on educating high school students from around the world on the processes of the American government and international relations. Each year, we bring hundreds of students from the Middle East, North Africa, and United States together for a thrilling weekend of debate and cultural exchange. 

The registration fee for the conference is US$115 for individual students, with discounts for those who register with others from their school. Our non-profit organization also provides a robust need-based scholarship program that provides partial or full scholarships to those who are passionate about government and international affairs but cannot afford the full registration fee. More information can also be found on our website at http://www.hmcmiddleeast.org.

MEXT Scholarship at Hokkaido University

At HOKKAIDO University applications are now open to apply for MEXT Scholarship. Several competitive scholarships of differing amounts are available for students wishing to study at Hokkaido University. Japanese Government Scholarships (MEXT) is one the best scholarships among them in sense of benefits and opportunities.

Students can study at university with a scholarship by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT). There are three ways to apply for this scholarship: 1) Embassy recommendation, 2) University recommendation or 3) Domestic selection

１) Embassy Recommendation

Receive a recommendation from the Japanese Embassy or Consulate in your country. Since application periods differ by countries, those who need an Embassy recommendation should check with the Japanese Embassy or Consular Office in their home countries. Here is a list of the websites for Japanese Embassies, Consulates, and Permanent Missions.

After passing the first screening at a Japanese Embassy, scholarship candidates should contact the Division of International Student Affairs at the graduate school which they wish to enter as soon as possible to ask for a “Letter of Acceptance.” Candidates can find prospective supervisors in the HU’s Researcher Directory and HUSCAP (Hokkaido University collection of Scholarly and Academic Papers).

2) University Recommendation

Students who will be studying in Japan as international students can be screened and nominated through a Japanese university as a candidate for a Japanese Government Scholarship. The applicant should have an academic record score of 2.30 (out of 3.00) or above from the most recent two years of study and is expected to maintain the same academic standards throughout the course of the scholarship program. In addition, the applicant should satisfy the language level/ability requirements.

3) Domestic Selection

Privately financed, full-time postgraduate foreign students, prospective postgraduate students, and full-time prospective fourth-year undergraduate university students (or prospective sixth-year students in the case of medical schools, etc.) who are academically and personally excellent are granted domestic selection scholarships that begin in April. Domestic Selection may not be offered every year.

Location:

 Japan

 Benefits

Scholarship Amounts:

• Undergraduate students ¥117,000/month (*Nov. to Mar. ¥120,000/month)
• Research students ¥143,000/month (*Nov. to Mar. ¥146,000/month)
• Master’s students ¥144,000/month (*Nov. to Mar. ¥147,000/month)
• Doctorate students ¥145,000/month (*Nov. to Mar. ¥148,000/month)

* The stipend for summer and winter is different because a cold region allowance is added in winter.

 Eligibilities

• applicant should have an academic record score of 2.30 (out of 3.00) or above from the most recent two years of study
• the applicant is expected to maintain an academic record score of 2.30 (out of 3.00) or above throughout the course of the scholarship program
• the applicant should satisfy the language level/ability requirements according to the course

Eligible Regions: Applicants around the world are invited to apply.

Media Literacy Monthly

Media Literacy Monthly (MLM) is a monthly webinar and discussion with all on-program FLEX and YES students.

MLM meets on Saturdays at 2PM Eastern time. See below for a list of dates and topics.

MIT Solv[ED] Youth Innovation Challenge

Young people hold the empathy, power, and ingenuity to solve problems, in their communities, the world, and everywhere in between. Solv[ED] is designed to spark a sense of agency in young people aged 24 and under, encouraging, inspiring, and supporting them to become problem-solvers in their communities and the world.

The Solv[ED] Youth Innovation Challenge is an opportunity for you to submit your tech-based solution that: 

• Improves learning opportunities and outcomes for learners across their lifetimes, from early childhood on 
• Supports financial and economic opportunities for all  
• Accelerates healthcare access and health outcomes, reducing and, ultimately, eliminating disparities in health 
• Takes action to combat climate change and its impacts 
• Addresses an unmet social, environmental, or economic need not covered in the four topics above. 

Who can apply?

Anyone, anywhere around the world can submit a solution to the Solv[ED] Youth Innovation Challenge if they are aged 24 and under. Whether you apply as an individual or as a team, make sure that all applicants listed in your submission are, at most, 24 years old when the challenge closes on January 18, 2022 at 11:59pm ET. There is no cost to submitting a solution. Applications must be written in English.

What will I get if my solution is selected?

Over $200,000 is available in prize funding to share among the 10 selected Solv[ED] Innovators. Selected solutions will be announced during the 2022 Solv[ED] Solutions event, which will take place in March 2022. Each of the 10 selected teams will receive at least $5,000 in prize funding, and have the opportunity to receive follow-on funding. In addition to prize funding, selected Solv[ED] Innovators will receive mentorship and other support from the MIT Solve community. 

Savvy Fellowship Program Mentors: Winter 2021

Every day, Savvy is looking for experienced entrepreneurs with post-revenue businesses to join the ‘Savvy’ team that is building the new generation of impact entrepreneurs through mentorship. They are a diverse team, so they welcome people from different backgrounds. They are looking for experienced entrepreneurs with a heart for helping others, and dedication to leaving the world better than they found it. So, if you think that describes you, then you might be whom they are looking for.

Currently, the Savvy mentorship team includes 154 changemakers from 39 countries, with a combined experience of over 700 years, and they are looking for more amazing persons to join the team. Savvy volunteers as mentors because they believe that entrepreneurs are the catalyst for growth and the creators of wealth, so they’re building a program that is shaping passionate young professionals into the finest impact-driven entrepreneurs and equipping them with all they need to be successful at what they do.

Savvy Fellowship kicks off with a rigorous 12-weeks e-learning experience. As a Savvy Fellow, you will get to learn everything from ideation to venture scaling, including how to start, build, and scale an impact venture. Using visual presentations, they’ll help you answer all the relevant questions you need to kickstart that amazing impact venture, gain early traction, achieve product-market fit, and scale into newer markets. Some of the things you’ll learn during the program are ‘understanding your customer’, ‘building a product or service that effectively solves their key challenges’, and ‘effectively positioning your solution in the market.’ Savvy is for every impact entrepreneur, no matter what stage your venture is.

So far, they have received nearly 52,000 applications from around the world, and have selected over 4,200 Fellows from 137 countries.

 Benefits

1. The opportunity to give back to others: Achieving greatness is nothing if you fail to help others achieve greatness too. Serving as a mentor in the Savvy program helps you give back to the younger generation, which gives you personal satisfaction as you make a difference in the entrepreneurial journey of others.
2. Network with other changemakers: The Savvy mentorship team includes over 150 changemakers from 39 countries that have built and exited innovative and profitable business ventures. So, joining the team brings you closer to these like-minded changemakers, which could foster collaboration and partnership in the nearest future.
3. Serve as a source of inspiration: You’re not only given a chance to give back and meet like-minded entrepreneurs that have created an impact in their community and the world at large. You’re given an opportunity to serve as a source of inspiration to the younger generation of impact-driven entrepreneurs who are passionate about solving some of the world’s most pressing issues through innovative means.
4. A certificate of appreciation.

Eligibilities

• You must have a post-revenue business in any sector or industry.
• Having a tech or tech-enabled business venture is not required, but it’s a plus.
• You must be fluent in the English language; both written and verbal.
• Fluency in French, Spanish or Portuguese is not required, but it’s a plus.
• Be willing to impact and guide a Savvy Fellow in achieving their business goals.
• Prior experience in mentorship is not required, but it’s a plus.
• Be willing to devote an hour every week to mentoring a Savvy Fellow.

Eligible Regions: Open for All

The Milken-Motsepe Prize in AgriTech

The inaugural Milken-Motsepe Prize focuses on accelerating progress towards Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 1 and 2: no poverty and zero hunger. The Milken-Motsepe Prize in AgriTech is a global competition for innovative solutions to increase economic value to farmers, from seed to sale. It addresses the problems faced by farmers on small to medium-sized farms in Africa. More broadly, it is designed to accelerate progress toward the first two SDGs: eradicating poverty and eliminating hunger. Increasing productivity and value to small and medium-sized farms is critical for solving global hunger. They believe the builders, the dreamers, the creative, collaborative minds will help us accelerate progress and create a more equitable, sustainable, and abundant future.

Competition Rounds: The Prize competition consists of two rounds: an eight-month Design Round and a one-year Finalist Round.

Design round– Teams submit their design and business model. An independent panel of expert judges will select up to 25 teams to receive $10,000 each and advance in the competition.

Finalist round– Teams develop their prototypes and conduct field tests on small and medium-sized farms in Africa.

In addition to the chance to win cash prizes, the Milken-Motsepe Innovation Prize program provides a rich set of opportunities for entrepreneurs:

Online Community – Simply complete the free prize registration process and you will join an online community of other entrepreneurs. The prize portal will give you access to:

• Team matchmaking
• Resources for entrepreneurs
• Online training & help desk

Certificate Program – Teams will receive a 12-week experiential learning program powered by the Stanford Center for Professional Development Idea to Market curriculum. Upon completion of the program, teams will receive a Certificate of Completion:

• Stanford center for professional development certificate of completion
• Mentoring from industry experts
• Pitch & feedback sessions

Alumni Network – Winning teams will join the Milken-Motsepe Innovation Prize program alumni network following prize completion, with access to:

• Investors
• Data analysis
• Networking opportunities

Location: Online

Benefits

• The winning team will receive a $1 million grand prize, with $1 million in additional prizes.
• Again, winning teams will increase net economic value to small and medium-sized farms by:
  • Developing innovative technology solutions for any stage of the food system, from seed to sale
  • Designing a viable business model
  • Increasing farm productivity and/or decreasing post-harvest loss

In addition to the opportunity for prize money, teams will benefit from:

• Being part of the community. Among other things, teams will have
• Access to free resources and webinars that cover topics including design, business plan development, pitching to investors, and more. Further resources will be announced in the coming months!
• Free enrollment to a 12-week experiential learning program powered by the Stanford Center for Professional Development Idea to Market (I2M) entrepreneurship curriculum that empowers participants to transform their mindset and build successful, sustainable startups with impact
• Participants who complete the program will receive a Certificate of Completion from the Stanford Center for Professional Development.

Eligibilities

• Anyone is eligible to register regardless of age, geographic location, or any other factor. If someone has a great idea, they can participate
• Minors will require someone of the majority age to sign legal documents on the team’s behalf

Eligible Regions: Open for all.

Pangolin Photo Challenge 2021

The Pangolin Photo Challenge 2021 is judged by The Pangolin Photo Hosts and 30 top international wildlife photographers. They will also be sharing exclusive content, advice and photo tips with you throughout the challenge. There will be plenty of prizes up for grabs for the best images in each challenge, an overall portfolio prize, a people’s vote as well as a lucky draw prize, which you can win a safari, just for entering an image. To join the challenge all Pangolin asks is that you make a donation (the amount is entirely up to you) to their non-profit organization, Pangolin. Africa, which is dedicated to the protection and preservation of the four African Pangolin species.

Selection Criteria:

• If you have entered all of the challenges throughout the year you will have a portfolio of four images – one from each of the challenges which will be submitted to the judges. Only portfolios containing four images will be considered for this prize.
• During the course of the year, you are able to swap out images, for any of the challenges, if you feel you have taken a better image. The image will not be considered in retrospect for a challenge that has closed for judging but you can enter it as part of your portfolio for the grand prize at the end of the year. For example, if you took a fantastic picture of a bird (for the Birds of the World challenge) in the local park but you had already entered another image a week earlier from your garden the older image with the newer better photo with the older one
• All submissions and the ability to swap out images will be closed on December 31st for final judging

This Pangolin Photo Challenge 2021 is divided into four challenges – Birds of the World, Black and White, Mammal Behavior, and Creative Captures. One image will be allowed per entrant per challenge. You may enter the same image in different challenges but this will count against you if you are hoping to compete in the Grande Portfolio prize.

Location: Online

Benefits

4 x Challenge Winner Prizes: The winner of each of the four challenges will win the following:

• Five days at The Pangolin Chobe Hotel for two people. Valued over $4000
  • 4 nights at the Pangolin Chobe Hotel (Full board)
  • Twice daily photo activities in The Chobe (Photo Boat and Game viewer)
  • All meals and drinks
  • Advice and assistance from The Pangolin Photo Hosts
  • Afternoon image review and editing sessions
  • Airport pick up and transfers from Kasane Airport
  • All park fees, bed levies and taxes
  • A limited edition Pangolin Body Warmer

4 x Challenge Runner-up Prizes:

• Pangolin Photo Safaris Voucher for $2000 + A Pangolin Body Warmer

4 x People’s Vote Prizes (one per challenge):

• Pangolin Photo Safaris Voucher for $1000 + A Pangolin Body Warmer

Eligibilities

The competition is open to all amateur AND professional photographers aged 18 or over from any country in the world with the following two exceptions. You may not be:

1. Employees of Pangolin Photo Safaris and their immediate relatives/household
2. All Photo Safari Operators and Guides who make the use of Pangolin Photo Safaris properties and services

The image submitted to the Pangolin Photo Challenge must adhere to the following conditions:

• The submitted image must have been taken in 2021. The metadata of the file will be inspected to ensure qualification. The capture date will be published on the website along with the image.
• All images should be a faithful representation of the original scene in the natural world. Composite images will not be allowed. Post-production adjustments can be used but excessive use will count against the image’s overall standing with the judges.
• The judges may request the original image file for review when the shortlist has been completed. This will precede their judgment and declaration of the challenges and portfolio winners and runners up.

Eligible Regions: Open for all.

The New York Academy of Sciences 2021

The New York Academy of Sciences invites young women ages 13-17 around the world to join 1000 Girls 1000 Futures to receive mentorship from female STEM experts, gain access to college readiness and leadership coursework, and network with other girls passionate about STEM!

1000 Girls, 1000 Futures is a groundbreaking initiative designed to engage young women interested in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM), and advance their pursuit of STEM careers through mentoring and 21st-century skills development.

The academy is looking for passionate girls as Women are changing the world of STEM for the better. 1000 Girls 1000 Futures empowers young women to learn independently and work collaboratively on Launchpad, the Academy’s unique online learning platform. On Launchpad, students complete the coursework at their own pace and apply their skills to work on different projects with their peers. Mentors are available to guide students throughout the program, from navigating the college application process to setting career goals.

• Age: 13–17 years old.
• Location: Anywhere in the world.
• Language: All program content and communication on the platform is in English, and a strong level of English proficiency is required. Students’ English proficiency will be assessed during the application process.
• Materials: 1000 Girls 1000 Futures is a virtual program. To participate, students must have access to at least one communication device, such as a smartphone, tablet, laptop, computer, with an internet connection.
• Time Commitment: Students will complete at least two self-paced learning modules during the program year, from September to May. Each module usually requires three to fours each week to complete.
• Cost: None. 1000 Girls 1000 Futures is completely free for participating students.
• Eligible Regions: Open for All

Africa4Her Pledge

When women succeed, we all succeed. By amplifying the call for gender equality in political participation, peace-building and security, and business, you are investing in the strength of your community. That’s because when women are given fair access to opportunities, their families, communities, and countries grow with them.

Together, let’s stand up for women’s rights. Throughout Africa4Her, you’ll learn more about the unique challenges facing women across sub-Saharan Africa and how we can all advocate for women’s rights in our communities! 

Strong women make for a strong future for all of us. Use the resources below (see the link) to join Africa4Her and make a stand for women today. 

The IDEX Fellowship Program 2021

IDEX was launched in 2010 as a professional fellowship program for aspiring social enterprise practitioners. IDEX is developing the next wave of “social intrapreneurs” who will support, lead and advance the work of socially-focused enterprises around the world.

This fellowship that they are offering is for any professional from across the globe who wants to dive deep into the social impact sector and make the transition to social enterprise practitioner.

This is a 6-month virtual program (approx. 8-10 hours per week) that is designed to enable professionals to acquire the tools and resources to operate virtually as well as upskill themselves for a successful career in social impact and entrepreneurship. 

Location: Online

Benefits

• Adding professional credibility while accessing relevant and progressive Professional Development Learning Labs covering themes of human-centered Design, Resource Mobilization, Monitoring & Evaluation, Communication Strategies.
• Subject Matter Experts, seasoned professionals, and thought leaders in their respective fields engaging you in Capacity Building Sessions at a group and individual level
• Exposure to invaluable professional networks and alumni network opportunities
• Internationally recognized Professional Certification in Social Enterprise
• Professionally attested experience letters detailing project engagement with global impact organizations
• Post Fellowship Support and a global family for life!
• The IDEX Fellowship Program tuition is $5950 USD. However, IDEX also offers generous partial scholarships on program tuition to a select number of applicants (men and women) to attend the fellowship.

Eligibilities

Suitably designed for early-, mid-, and senior-level professionals looking to equip themselves with the tools and resources to work effectively in a virtual environment and a deep desire to engage in an intense professional development experience supported by key theory and practical subject knowledge training while applying creative solutions to deepen the impact.

Eligible Regions: Open for all.

YES Alumni Spotlight Nominations

The monthly YES Alumni Spotlight shares the experience of YES alumni who have been active in their communities and continue to exemplify the values of activism, community service, and leadership. If you would like to nominate yourself or a YES alumnus/a to be featured as a monthly Alumni Spotlight on the YES program website, please fill out the form below. Only YES alumni can be selected to be featured in the Spotlight.

Guidelines: Submit your story in English, and try to include information about the Who, What, Where, When and Why of your projects. Remember to add as many details as possible. Don't worry about getting your story perfect. Our editors will help you to improve your story after reviewing it for potential publication according to their discretion. An example of a well-rounded Alumni Spotlight article can be found here.

Eligible Regions: Open for all.

Savvy Fellowship Online Program for Aspiring and Early-Stage Entrepreneurs

Applications are now being accepted for Savvy Fellowship Program 2020. Are you passionate about solving some of Africa’s most pressing problems through innovation? Have you ever wanted to build your own impact-driven business, but didn’t know how to? Do you own an early-stage business and you want to grow and scale your impact into new markets or verticals? Then, Savvy Fellowship is looking for you. Savvy is a virtual Fellowship program for aspiring and early-stage entrepreneurs.

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, many have lost their jobs and are now living in an uncertain world. Savvy Fellowship was launched to equip passionate and brilliant individuals with the necessary knowledge and skill that they need to start their own impact-driven business and succeed as entrepreneurs.

Benefits

• E-Learning: Savvy Fellowship kicks off with a rigorous 12-weeks e-learning experience. As a Savvy Fellow, you will get to learn everything from ideation to venture scaling, including how to start, build, and scale an impact venture. Using visual presentations, we’ll help you answer all the relevant questions you need to kickstart that amazing impact venture, gain early traction, achieve product-market fit, and scale into newer markets. Some of the things you’ll learn during the program are ‘understanding your customer’, ‘building a product or service that effectively solves their key challenges’, and ‘effectively positioning your solution in the market.’ Savvy is for every impact entrepreneur, no matter what stage your venture is.
• Assessment: During the 12 weeks of learning, unlearning, and relearning, you can test your understanding by taking our weekly quizzes. The quizzes are a combination of multiple choices, Yes or No, and True or False. Assessments are the best way to identify your strengths and areas of weaknesses. Knowing your weaknesses helps you work effectively on them.
• Simultaneous Mentorship: While learning, you’re offered mentorship as well, from entrepreneurs who have built post-revenue businesses in diverse sectors, which is a great way to have a better understanding of your industry. The Savvy mentorship team includes over 50 changemakers from 20 countries, with a combined experience of over 200 years. Our peer-to-peer mentorship program helps Fellows learn from each other, as they ask questions, and have other Fellows help answer them.
• Life-long Community: “Once a Savvy Fellow, always a Savvy Fellow.” Savvy isn’t just a 12-weeks learning, assessment, and mentorship program, it’s a life-long entrepreneurial learning process. After the Fellowship program, you can constantly access your Savvy Fellowship account and have access to our weekly updated resources, in the form of entrepreneurial tips, nuggets, and opportunities.

Eligibilities

• Savvy is for everyone.
• New Fellows between the ages of 18 – 40.

Eligible Regions: Open for all

Peace First COVID-19 Rapid Response Grants

Peace First is launching a rapid response grant process to help young people around the world lead projects that address community impacts of COVID-19, from providing meals to elderly neighbors to launching digital mental health campaigns to support youth feeling isolated.

Globally, COVID-19 is a public health challenge — it has laid bare the consequences of persistent systemic inequality for all to see, and is threatening our social fabric, mental health, trust in institutions, and the economic security of billions of people. This is a critical time for all of us to support each other. As a global community, they know that this is a key moment to take action.

Benefits

Grants of up to $250, mentorship, and project support to young people leading initiatives to address secondary effects of COVID-19 in their communities.

Eligibilities

• Candidates must be between the ages of 13-25 to apply. Moreover, the Peace First welcomes young people from any region to apply.
  Candidates may apply as an individual or a team.
• Moreover, the project should address the secondary effects of COVID-19 (i.e. mental health, educational disruption, food insecurity, economic insecurity, supply shortages, etc).
• In addition to that, the project should be specific and time-bound, and the applicant should be able to complete the main goals of the project within 3 months.

Eligible Regions: Open for All