Apply LEAP Africa Social Innovators Programme - 2024

Program Dates:

- Opens: April 28, 2024 (7:00 AM WAT)

- Deadline: May 29, 2024 (8:59 AM WAT)

Program Description:

- Supports youth-led social enterprises in Africa through training, funding, and networking.

- Focuses on enterprises working in education, healthcare, energy, climate action, agriculture, technology, gender equality, and workforce development.

Eligibility Criteria:

- Age: 18-35 years old

- Citizenship: African or Nigerian (depending on funding source)

- Position: Primary decision-maker (founder, executive director, co-founder) of the social enterprise

- Enterprise Focus: Must address one of the program's focus areas or have a significant positive impact on communities or the environment.

- Target Beneficiaries: Applicant must clearly define the intended social outcomes and target beneficiaries.

- Enterprise Stage: Early or mid-stage (2-5 years old) with growth and scalability potential.

- Financing Need: Requires access to financing and capacity building support.

- Time Commitment: Must attend all program activities (workshops, mentorship, etc.).

- Mission-Driven: Enterprise must prioritize social impact alongside profitability.

Application Process:

- Complete the application form to provide details about your enterprise and motivation for joining the program.

- Top 20 applications will be selected after a rigorous screening process.

Link to apply:

https://leapafrica.smapply.io/prog/SIP-2024/

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