Ye! Youth Ecopreneur Programme 2024 (up to $10,000 prize)

This informs the public about the Ye! Youth Ecopreneur Programme 2024. Details about the Program are given below.

Ye! Youth Ecopreneur Programme 2024

Welcome to the Ye! Youth Ecopreneurs Programme (YECO) 2024, a transformative journey hosted by the International Trade Centre and the G20 Global Land Initiative. YECO 2024 is designed for visionary young entrepreneurs who are committed to pioneering sustainable solutions for our planet.

Program Details

This year marks a significant expansion, scaling up from the Youth Ecopreneur Awards to a full-fledged programme. Celebrating its third iteration, the Awards have grown into a comprehensive initiative that includes a Global Bootcamp, an Accelerator phase, and concludes with the celebrated Youth Ecopreneur Awards. Each phase is carefully crafted to advance the most promising ecopreneurs, propelling them towards global recognition and impact.

Specific program components include:

1. Global Bootcamp*

  • Training and masterclasses on investment readiness among other crucial topics, facilitated by business development, legal, and IP experts
  • A unified platform for global exchange and networking within the young entrepreneur cohort, complemented by mentoring from the Ye! Community

2. Accelerator

  • A bespoke 360 degrees Business Assessment, followed by tailored trainings and coaching for your business
  • Seed Funding and access to investment networks for Land Restoration category
  • Preferential access to Pro-Bono Legal Services from Sidley Austin**
  • Preferential access to the Google StartUp for Sustainable Development Programme

3. Awards

  • All-Expenses-Paid Trip to International Conference
  • In-person capacity building
  • Personalized pitch training and coaching
  • Visibility with stakeholders and investors
  • Special prizes from partners
  • Win Youth Ecopreneur Award and get $10,000 USD prize money

*Ecopreneurs from Developed Countries can only participate in the Bootcamp

**Subject to due diligence requirements

Eligibility

The YECO 2024 program is designed for young ecopreneurs looking to elevate their initiatives to new heights. Ideal candidates are innovators with a clear understanding of the environmental challenges they address, offering scalable solutions ready for acceleration.

This program serves as a launchpad for those ready to make a substantial impact in environmental innovation.

How to Apply

For those interested in the Ye! Youth Ecopreneur Programme 2024. Open this link to start the application process.

Application Deadline

  • The deadline for receipt of applications is 22 March 2024.

Open this link for more details about Ye! Youth Ecopreneur Programme 2024.

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