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Seedstars Migration Entrepreneurship Prize 2022 for African Entrepreneurs

Enhancing socio-economic rights and reducing vulnerability of migrants in the Middle East and Africa. If you are part of a startup reducing vulnerability of migrants in the Middle East, African and Tunisia, don’t miss out this opportunity!

The Migration Entrepreneurship Prize is a program focused on the identification and technical support to socially-driven businesses on a mission to enhance the economic inclusion of migrants in the Middle East and Africa. Supporting startups that harness the positive benefits of migration and reduce the vulnerability of migrants by improving their livelihoods, contributing to their social and economic rights, and thereby reducing the pressure for irregular dangerous migration routes.

Application Criteria

Middle East & Africa

Startups tackling the positive benefits of migration and reducing the vulnerability of migrants;

Social-driven businesses alleviating the pressure on populations along migration routes;

Entrepreneurs proposing products/services targeting migrants directly.

Tunisia 

Tunisia Migrants living in Tunisia – migrapreneurs who launch a business that targets migrants;

Tunisians who have lived abroad and returned to Tunisia launching their business idea;

Any innovative business having activities in Tunisia or being incorporated in Tunisia that has the potential of positively harnessing the benefits of migration.

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Program Benefits

SEEDSTARS IRP

Join the Seedstars Investment Readiness Program

SEEDSTARS WORLD COMPETITION

Be part of the Online Seedstars World Competition activities including educational program and access to Seedstars network.

VISIBILITY

Increased visibility and web presence via various media and social media channels.

Migration Entreprenurship Prize 2022 Timeline

• Launch of Open Call 1 April 2022
• Close of Applications 28 May 2022
• Startup Training: June / Jan 2023
• Startup Screening: 15 June 2022
• Finalists Interviews 15 July 2022
• Winners Announcement: 15 August 2022
• Investment Readiness Program: September 2022 – March 2023

For More Information:

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The Wontanara-Ashoka Program 2022 for East African social entrepreneurs

The JAMII Femmes Programme 2022 for African women Entrepreneurs

NDE Small Scale Enterprises (SSE) Application Form/Link Portal

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The Institute of International Education’s Scholar Rescue Fund (IIE-SRF) 2022/2023 for Threatened Scholars worldwide ($25,000USD

The Africa Business Heroes Competition 2022 for young African Entrepreneurs

US Dept of State Pan Africa Youth Leadership Program 2022

UK-Kenya Tech Hub/Future Females Business School Programme 2022

UK-Nigeria Tech Hub/Future Females Business School Tech Programme 2022

The Kaduna Data Science Fellowship Programme 2022

John Maddox Prize 2022 for individuals promoting science (£3000 prize)

The John Maddox Prize is a joint initiative of the charity Sense about Science and the leading international scientific journal Nature. The Prize has been awarded annually since 2012 to researchers who have shown great courage and integrity in standing up for science and scientific reasoning against fierce opposition and hostility. Each year there is one or two winners, and an additional prize for an early career researcher.

The prize brings into the spotlight the difficulty faced by many who fight to share the results of research evidence, and inspires and encourages people the world over to do the same. The 2021 John Maddox Prize received 136 nominations from 33 different countries.

Related-UNESCO International Literacy Prizes 2022 for Innovation in Literacy.

Requirements

The John Maddox Prize:

• Recognises individuals who stand up for science and evidence, advancing the public discussion of difficult topics despite challenges or hostility
• Brings to attention the difficulty faced by many who fight to share the results of research evidence, and inspires and encourages people the world over to do the same
• Represents the fact that we don’t yet live in a world where it is safe for researchers to speak out openly and honestly about research findings
• Advocates positive change towards an environment in which researchers can engage society in difficult conversations about scientific evidence without fear of professional or personal consequences.

Contact maddoxprize@senseaboutscience.org

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The Centre for African Leaders in Agriculture’s (CALA) Advanced Leadership Programme for young African Leaders

TED Idea Search: Africa 2022 for young African Leaders

Green Talents award for young researchers in sustainable development

GOGETTAZ Agripreneur Prize 2022 for young African Entrepreneurs

One Young World/BP Lead2030 Challenge for SDG 7

UN SDSN Youth Global Innovation and Impact Awards 2022

Toyota Ventures 2022 Call for Innovators

ACU Higher Education & the SDGs Challenge Grants 2022

2023 L’Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science International Awards

2022 UNESCO Prize for Girls’ and Women’s Education (USD $50,000 Prize)

Deloitte Africa Tax & Legal- TrAX Graduate Program 2023

Deloitte is a leading global provider of audit and assurance, consulting, financial advisory, risk advisory, tax and related services.

As a Deloitte Tax & Legal professional, you will work with colleagues across the globe to address the complex, ever-changing challenges of our clients. This practical approach broadens your tax and legal knowledge, instils and builds confidence to take on new challenges, and allows you to expand your career possibilities. Your experience is enhanced by working on thought-provoking projects both for clients and the broader community alongside bright and motivated colleagues from all over the world.

Job Details

As a recent tax graduate, the overall aim is to ensure that you benefit from a seamless integration into your professional role as a tax practitioner at Deloitte. The TrAX curriculum consists of the following pathways: specialized tax-technical development, professional & leadership development and on-the-job coaching/development through cross functional tax experience across tax service areas.

The programme consists of 24 months of ongoing development. It follows a blended learning approach as well as the performance methodology of Tax & Legal.

Specialised Technical Capabilities

Tax & Legal follows a carefully designed technical curriculum which is Business Unit specific. You will be attending various technical learning sessions throughout the duration of the contract.

Structure of technical learning:

Tax technical boot camps during onboarding in January. Peer-to-peer learning sessions overseen by a manager, scheduled to take place upon completion of each rotation – self paced and individual specific

Ongoing technical sessions – the focus of these sessions is to embed transfer of learning from the boot camp sessions

Online technical development and enrichment – a learning guide will be communicated during onboarding which contains details of courses to be completed

During rotation, you will attend the rotation teams’ technical sessions

Note: The above is an overview and is subject to change as required by the talent team.

On the-job-learning component

Rotation is the informal on-the-job learning component of our TrAX programme, and is critical for the transfer of learning. You will have the opportunity to immerse yourself in each business unit to obtain the cross-functional skills and practice which are necessary for your tax specialization selection.

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Professional and Leadership Skills component

Professional and Leadership (P&L) learning pathways are aligned to Global best practice. They are comprised of globally developed, locally delivered learning programs and include a range of course types – from instructor-led (live and virtual), podcasts, book summaries, and recommended readings, to modular and standalone e-learning offerings. You will follow the learning pathway at the junior, new-in-grade level, which contains a mix of Industry, Professional and Leadership learning.

On the-job-learning component

Rotation is the informal on-the-job learning component of our TrAX programme, and is critical for the transfer of learning. You will have the opportunity to immerse yourself in each business unit to obtain the cross-functional skills and practice which are necessary for your tax specialization selection.

Qualifications Required

• Graduates who are currently completing a Postgraduate/Honours qualification in Tax and have completed an Accounting/Finance Undergraduate qualification
• New Graduates who have recently completed their Postgraduate/Honours in Tax and have completed an Accounting/Finance Undergraduate qualification

Additional Information

NB: Your application will only be considered complete if you attach ALL of the following documents:

• Full CV
• Copy of ID document
• Copy of matric certificate and university academic transcripts
• If you are struggling to load multiple documents please put the required attachments into 1 file/pdf and submit.

*Please note that this job advertisement provides a summary of the capabilities required and all candidates shortlisted will receive a full list of capabilities.

For More Information:

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Heinrich Boll Foundation Scholarships 2023/2024

Boustany Foundation Cambridge University MBA Scholarship 2022/2023

University of Edinburgh Surgery Online Global Scholarships 2022/2023

Digital Innovation for Development in Africa (DIDA) PhD Fellowships 2022

Harvard Global Health Institute LEAD Fellowship Program 2022/2023

Cape Innovation & Technology Initiative (CiTi) Top Tech Tools for Women

NDE Small Scale Enterprises (SSE) Application Form/Link Portal

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The Institute of International Education’s Scholar Rescue Fund (IIE-SRF) 2022/2023 for Threatened Scholars worldwide ($25,000USD

Co-Creation Hub Design Fellowship 2022 for mid-level practitioners

Commercial Director at the Confederation of African Football (CAF)

EatSafe Innovation Challenge 2022

University of Cape Town MasterCard Foundation Scholars Program 2022/2023

The Standard Bank Africa Chairman’s Scholarship 2022/2023

NLNG United Kingdom Post-graduate Scholarship Award 2022

CICOPS Scholarships

Banting Postdoctoral Fellowships Program 2022/2023 for postdoctoral study in Canada

Mandela Rhodes Foundation Fully Funded Postgraduate Scholarships 2023

World Trade Organization (WTO) Young Professionals Programme 2023

UNAIDS Internship/Industrial Training (IT)/SIWES Opening 2019/2020 for Undergraduates

The World Bank Legal Vice Presidency’s (LEG VPU) Internship Program 2022

The International Breweries Plc are recruiting to fill the position of an Import aand Export Specialist. See Job description and eligibilty and more information on how to apply below

Import and Export Specialist at International Breweries Plc

AB InBev is the world’s leading brewer. We produce over 500 beers, including world-famous brands such as Budweiser, Stella Artois and Corona. Local Africa brands such as Carling Black Label, Hero, Kilimanjaro, 2M, Eagle and we want like-minded, hard-working and passionate people to join our teams in Africa.Analyze and Track Imports and Exports:

Job Details

• Reporting Average clearing (import) and forwarding (export) cost per box
• Reporting Average clearing time (port to brewery warehouse)
• Timely processing renewal of all related IB Plc Import & export documentation
• Responsible to send monthly inbound/export KPI dashboard with end-to-end tracking (from order placement to delivery at the plants).
• Engage with Mubex and Clearing agents to improve service delivery to Nigeria operations.
• Reporting Demurrage cost paid per month
• Regulatory penalties & queries (customs, NAFDAC etc)
• Clearing/other services invoice processing (PO, GRN, 3WM) and tracking

KPI’s, Routines & Reports:

• Ensures that Daily, Weekly and Monthly Meeting routines are adhered to in line with mandatory LCP & internal guidelines
• Ensure all reports for clearing are filed and secured
• Reconciliation of all goods received in a month (GRN, prepayments etc.)
• Ensure timely GRN and SCTs of imported materials.
• Completes monthly stock take of the Imports warehouse.
• O0U0 warehouse (Malt and other imported materials) Stock reconciliation & SCT movement.
• Ensure all invoice posting and GRN for services rendered are done in line with company policies (within 48 hours
• Ensures that processes are standardized via SOP’s and work standards are monitored and improved
• Track KPI’s on a daily, weekly and monthly basis in line with LCP requirements
• Ensures that appropriate problem-solving tools are applied for out of range KPI’s in line with LCP methodology.
• Owns and executes one or more planning LCP blocks as assigned by the planning manager.
• Publish reports on time as per LCP guidelines and internal processes.

See –The Kaduna Data Science Fellowship Programme 2022

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree in Logistics or a 3 year Degree in related field such as Cost Accounting, International Trade, Supply Chain Management or Commerce.
• Preferably 3 – 5 years manufacturing cost accountant, imports clearing and forwarding and or inventory management experience
• Good verbal and communication skills; must communicate across all levels in the organization with personal gravitas and credibility
• Good self-management principles
• Ability to adapt to and implement change effectively
• Strive for continuous improvement
• Strong analytic and numerical skills
• Ability to multitask, attention to detail and logical thinker.
• Knowledge of supply chain planning processes
• Proven experience with ability to influence and interface with external stakeholders
• Customer focused mind set and approach
• Demonstrate problem solving skills with an ability to manage complexity and ambiguity
• Ability to work under pressure

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should:

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Wellcome Mental Health Data Prize 2022 for early career Researchers

GOGETTAZ Agripreneur Prize 2022 for young African Entrepreneurs

The Tällberg-SNF-Eliasson Global Leadership Prize 2022

The Orange Social Venture Prize 2022 in Africa and the Middle East

Tommy Hilfiger Fashion Frontier Challenge 2022 for fashion startups

Green Talents award for young researchers in sustainable development

Shell LiveWire Nigeria Programme Application 2019 via livewire-nigeria.org

2023 Global Pluralism Award

VALUE4HER Women Agripreneur of the Year Awards (WAYA) 2022

2022 UNESCO Prize for Girls’ and Women’s Education (USD $50,000 Prize)

U.S. Chamber of Commerce Africa Digital Innovation Competition 2022 for African Startups ($25,000 cash prize)

As part of the 2022 Digital Economy Summit, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s U.S.-Africa Business Center (USAfBC) in conjunction with AmChams across Africa, is hosting its annual Digital Innovation Competition for African Startups.

The Digital Innovation Competition will award innovators, entrepreneurs, and startups for developing solutions through digital products and services while creating a positive impact on African citizens. This competition seeks to promote talent in the African region through social impact, digital initiatives that incorporate cutting-edge technologies, innovation, and creativity in the form of proposals that formulate solutions to different problems and opportunities in the region.

The in-kind services may include laptops, annual subscriptions to digital platforms, mentoring and digital marketing/advertising services for the top three winners of the competition. The top three winners will also be offered a virtual platform to engage with mentors and participants during the Digital Economy Summit on December 07, 2022.

The competition will be focusing on three broad thematic areas:

1. Fintech and Cyber Solutions: covering data flow solutions, cross border digital platform solutions, mobile technology, intellectual property management, cyber security, and digital movement of creative art (movies, music, art).
2. Sustainability & Supply Chain Solutions: covering smart manufacturing, e-commerce, management of shared economies, improvement to digital supply chain, logistics solutions to e-commerce businesses, and Agriculture technology (AgTech).
3. Human Development & Social Services Solutions: covering digital health solutions, e-learning platform.

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Requirements

To be eligible, an applicant (or their startup) must:

• Be a startup or innovator with at least 51% African ownership
• Must be incorporated /registered with the appropriate country-based body, e.g., Nigerian Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC)
• Not be a government agency, public administration, political organization, or non-profit of any type Africa Digital Entrepreneurship Competition 2022
• Startup must be head quartered in one of the African Countries.
• Startup must Not be older than five (5) years and not be part of a franchise brand or licensing agreements for distribution in a different country
• Not be a Business engaged in any illegal activity and not listed on the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Sanctions List

1st Prize

Top prize

The total Grand Prize package is worth $25,000. This includes $15,000 in prize money, a 6-month mentorship with a Fortune 500 Tech Company and a 1-year subscription to digital tools/platforms.

• $15,000 2nd Prize Package
• Second prize includes $10,000 in prize money, a 6-month mentorship with a Tech Company and a 6-month subscription to digital tools/platforms.
• $10,000 3rd Prize Package
• Third prize includes $5,000 in prize money, a 3-month mentorship with a Tech Company and a 3-month subscription to digital tools/platforms.
• 5 Regional Champions

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Prizes for the Africa Digital Innovation Competition 2022

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Nordic Africa Institute African Guest Researchers’ scholarships 2023

Matsumae International Foundation Research Fellowship Program 2023

NLNG United Kingdom Post-graduate Scholarship Award 2022

CICOPS Scholarships 2023 for Researchers from Developing Countries

International Liver Cancer Association Africa Fellowship Programme 2022

WARA/Mastercard Foundation Ideas Matter Doctoral Fellowships 2022 

The South Africa – France PROTEA Programme 2023 for South African Researchers

EMERGING Valley, with the support of the Ministry of Europe and Foreign Affairs (MEAE) and the French Development Agency (AFD), launched the EMERGING Mediterranean program and applications are currently ongoing.

StartupBRICS EMERGING Mediterranean Program 2022 for MENA Entrepreneurs

EMERGING Mediterranean is an acceleration program for entrepreneurs with high social and environmental impactsfrom the southern shore of the Mediterranean -Mauritania, Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, Libya- committed to e-health, mobility, agritech, environment, edtech, social and solidarity economy or female entrepreneurship. EMERGING Mediterranean is a comprehensive program, which combines financial support, educational support, networking and visibility, and whose advantages for entrepreneurs are numerous:

• customized and personalized mentoring,
• fundraising support,
• preparation for scale-up,
• accelerating social and inclusive innovation,
• networking,
• exchanges between peers,
• leadership…

Initiated by Samir ABDELKRIM (Qualified Personality for France, member of the “Assembly of 100”), EMERGING Mediterranean is an initiative labeled Summit of the Two Shores. This diplomatic meeting organized in June 2019 brought together the 5+5 countries (northern and southern shores of the Mediterranean) with the aim of identifying emerging civil society projects that strengthen multilateral Mediterranean partnerships.

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Requirements:

The submission of applications to participate in the Program is free of charge and open to any project leader with the following characteristics:

• be of legal age (+ 18 years);
• have a company that has been in existence for more than 18 months and is domiciled in one of the five (5) countries covered by the EMERGING Mediterranean Program (Algeria, Libya, Morocco, Mauritania and Tunisia);
• Have a project related to one of the themes below-mentionned:
  • E-health
  • Environment
  • Agritech
  • Edtech
  • Mobility
  • Social and Solidarity Economy
• master the French or English language and agree to express themselves in one of these two languages during the various events planned by the Program;
• not be an EMERGING Mediterranean Laureate from previous editions.

See Also-AB InBev’s Beer Garage Accelerator Program 2022 for Entrepreneurs.

Awards

Thirty startups will be selected after a call for applications and will participate in a 72h-hybrid-Bootcamp organized from a country of the Southern Shore where intensive training and personalized coaching will be offered.

This package is composed of:

• A grant of 5000 euros,
• Personalized technical support through individual mentoring sessions
• An important visibility push and media support,
  • Integration into the Social & Inclusive Business Camp acceleration program (3 months of pedagogical support by experts in the sector, ending with a Bootcamp in Marseille and a speed-pitching day in front of a panel of investors,
• Transportation and accommodation for the annual EMERGING Valley Summit in Marseille,
• Full-pass to the EMERGING Valley Summit where the laureates’ projects will be highlighted

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the StartupBRICS EMERGING Mediterranean Program 2022

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Jamlab Accelerator sub-Saharan Africa Programme 2022

ShEquity Business Accelerator (SHEBA) Program 2022

CREACT4MED’s Entrepreneurship training academy for entrepreneurs

OceanHub Africa Online Acceleration Program 2022

Grindstone Accelerator Programme 2022

University of Edinburgh Global Online Distance Learning Masters Scholarships

MEST Express Acceleration Program for early & growth stage Ghanaian tech startups

ProvidusBank SME Program 2022 for young Nigerian Entrepreneurs

The University of Edinburgh AI Accelerator Programme 2022

Applications are now open for the Kaduna Data Science Fellowship Programme 2022. See more application information below.

Kaduna Data Science Fellowship Programme 2022

The Data Science Fellowship Programme is part of the Kaduna State’s Data Revolution Plan aimed at strengthening the coordination in the collection and use of data for evidence based decision making. It is a 5-year project aimed at supporting the State in implementing the Data Revolution Plan, with a core objective of developing human capital around data science and the use of data for decision making.

The first cohort of the fellowship successfully trained 30 young people on Data Science and the use of modern tools in decision making. The 6-months programme with a focus on the health sector would have 3-months intensive training in a classroom learning environment and a 3-months paid internship; where participants would have an opportunity to work closely within the Amina J. Mohammed SDGs Data Lab under the Kaduna State Bureau of Statistics.

See-Echoing Green Fellowship 2023 for emerging Social Entrepreneurs

Requirements.

• Age: 18yrs – 35yrs except for exceptional cases
• Location: The State of residence must be in Kaduna
• Academic Qualifications: Graduate of Tertiary Institutions in any of the STEMS courses particularly: Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering, Economics, Physical Sciences, and any other health related discipline. Undergraduates within the STEM fields identified who are doing their 6months to 1 year Internships are also encouraged to apply.
• Competency Level: We are looking for people with the following skills:
  1. Basic Computer Knowledge
  2. Basic Knowledge around using Data & Understanding of Microsoft Excel
  3. Problem Solving Skills
  4. Communication Skills(Written and Verbal English)
• Gender: 50% gender balancing and distribution will be considered during selection process.

The training will take place in Kaduna State.

Benefits

• Model data using Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning tools within the Amina J. Mohammed SDGs Data Lab.
• Build a sustainable network within the Data Science Ecosystem.

See Also–Chatham House Richard and Susan Hayden Academy Fellowship 2022

How to Apply

• Fill and Submit the application form
• You will receive an email with an activation link
• Click the activation link to activate your profile
• Create a new password then Login to your profile
• Write an easy of not more than 250 words. Why you should be selected for the programme, and Upload a valid means of identification (i.e Voters card, National ID Card, Driver’s License or International Passport) NB: Image type should be .jpg
• Upload a video of not more than 2 minutes telling us what make you stand out
• You will get a confirmation status of your application
• If successful, then you will take a Computer Based Test
• If successful, then you will attend a One on One Interview with the Selection Panel.
• Join the Second Cohort for the Fellowship Programme

Application Deadline: May 20, 2022

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Click-on Kaduna Data Science Fellowship Programme 2022

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WARA/Mastercard Foundation Ideas Matter Doctoral Fellowships 2022

UNFPA Youth Leaders (YoLe) Fellowship Program 2022

Gerson Lehrman Group (GLG) Social Impact Fellowship 2022 for Social Entrepreneurs

UNWTO Awake Tourism Challenge 2022 Global Call for Entrepreneurs

Waislitz Global Citizen Award 2022 for ending extreme poverty ($USD 250,000 cash prize)

The Waislitz Global Citizen Awards are annual cash prizes totaling $200,000 that recognize the excellence of individuals in their work to end extreme poverty. The grand prize is $100,000 with two additional prizes at $50,000 each, for a total of three prizes. “Ending extreme poverty is not a choice, it’s an obligation. My hope is that it will inspire many thousands of people around the world to do what they can to improve the living standards of those in dire need,” Chairman and Founder of the Melbourne-based Waislitz Foundation, Alex Waislitz.

The Waislitz foundation exists to create a positive social impact locally and globally through innovative projects that empower individuals to meet their full potential and make a measurable difference to the world.

See-UN Environment Young Champions of the Earth Prize 2022

Prize

This 2022 Waislitz Global Citizen Awards feature three awards totaling $200,000.

• $100,000: Waislitz Global Citizen Award (Grand Prize)
• $50,000: The Waislitz Global Citizen Disruptor Award
• $50,000: The Waislitz Global Citizens’ Choice Award

See Also-Financial Times/McKinsey Bracken Bower Prize 2022

Evaluation Criteria

• GLOBAL CITIZENSHIP: How does the applicant embody and exemplify the values and practices of a Global Citizen?
• PROOF OF CONCEPT: Does the applicant have a strong proof of concept with at least 1-2 years of impact towards ending extreme poverty?
• DISRUPTION: Has the applicant created measurable impact in an innovative manner that disrupts the systems that allow for extreme poverty to exist?
• SCALABILITY: How would this award enable/support the applicant to scale or improve their work?
• ADAPTABILITY: Can the applicant demonstrate examples of their ability to adapt and evolve to changing conditions?

The grand prize Waislitz Global Citizen Award will be awarded to an applicant based on the 5 criteria listed above.

The Waislitz Global Citizen Disruptor Award will be awarded to an individual who excels in the “Disruption” criteria.

The Waislitz Global Citizens’ Choice Award will be selected with input from public online voting by the Global Citizen community.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Waislitz Global Citizen Award 2022

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Wellcome Mental Health Data Prize 2022 for early career Researchers

GOGETTAZ Agripreneur Prize 2022 for young African Entrepreneurs

The Tällberg-SNF-Eliasson Global Leadership Prize 2022

The Orange Social Venture Prize 2022 in Africa and the Middle East

Tommy Hilfiger Fashion Frontier Challenge 2022 for fashion startups

Green Talents award for young researchers in sustainable development

Shell LiveWire Nigeria Programme Application 2019 via livewire-nigeria.org

Are you under the age of 26? Do you consider yourself innovative? You may want to also consider to apply for the WSA Young Innovators! See more information below.

World Summit Award (WSA) Young Innovators Award 2022 for young Digital Entrepreneurs.

WSA selects and promotes local digital innovation improving society. It is a non-monetary award system with a focus on sustainable knowledge transfer through a worldwide network. Winners benefit not from a one-time financial reward, but a lifelong partnership and integration. WSA is a nomination based award system, eligible for all UN member states.

Each country has a national WSA representation – the WSA National Expert. The WSA national experts are carrying out the local pre-selection for WSA, through national contests or national Expert panel selection. To participate in WSA, you need to be nominated by a WSA National Expert as the best national digital application in one of the 8 categories. Each country is eligible to nominate one project/solution per WSA category.

Please note that a country’s local deadline for application may vary from the WSA Global deadline.

Check-Toyota Ventures 2022 Call for Innovators

CATEGORIES

WSA categories reflect the UN WSIS action lines and are updated regularly to meet the development of the UN Goals. For the edition of the WSA 2022 the categories are:

• GOVERNMENT & CITIZEN ENGAGEMENT – services | open data | democratic participation
• HEALTH & WELL BEING – medical care | sport | lifestyle
• LEARNING & EDUCATION – knowledge | science | skills
• ENVIRONMENT & GREEN ENERGY – climate | sustainable resources | agriculture
• CULTURE & TOURISM – heritage | entertainment | subcultures
• SMART SETTLEMENTS & URBANIZATION – mobility | productive work | sustainable living
• BUSINESS & COMMERCE – innovative services | security | finance | marketing
• INCLUSION & EMPOWERMENT – diversity | gender | justice | human right
• GOVERNMENT & CITIZEN ENGAGEMENT – services | open data | democratic participation
• HEALTH & WELL BEING – medical care | sport | lifestyle
• LEARNING & EDUCATION – knowledge | science | skills
• ENVIRONMENT & GREEN ENERGY – climate | sustainable resources | agriculture
• CULTURE & TOURISM – heritage | entertainment | subcultures
• SMART SETTLEMENTS & URBANIZATION – mobility | productive work | sustainable living
• BUSINESS & COMMERCE – innovative services | security | finance | marketing
• INCLUSION & EMPOWERMENT – diversity | gender | justice | human right

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Requirements

WSA looks for digital applications that have a strong impact on society in one of the 8 WSA categories. WSA focuses on content depth, strategic value and local impact of a product.

By submission of a project, producers accept the rules of the WSA contests as stated on the WSA RULES & CONDITIONS page.

All submitters to WSA have to abide by the rules and regulations mentioned in the UN Declaration on Human Rights. Submissions which encourage war, the exercise of violence, fraud, racism or discrimination will therefore not be accepted and eliminated. Similarly, submissions that violate international copyright provisions will be excluded.

Benefits

Combining an ongoing series of international events and activities with a global network of start-ups, social entrepreneurs, mentors, jurors, speakers, experts, government leaders, academia and civil society, WSA is an international platform for cutting edge examples on how ICTs can have an impact on society.

Founded in 2003, WSA has become a quality seal for digital content with societal impact in over 182 participating countries.

See-EatSafe Innovation Challenge 2022

How to Apply

1 Write a mail to the WSA office to be introduced to your WSA National Expert. Your National Expert will guide you through the local steps needed to apply for WSA.

Some countries also offer application through a national contest or other forms of application.

2 Your project will be reviewed and evaluated by the WSA National Expert if it meets the eligibility criteria and standards of WSA. After careful evaluation, the WSA National Expert will decide if they wish to nominate your project for WSA, based on innovation, local impact and quality.

If your project is nominated in one of the WSA categories, your WSA National Expert will enter your data in the WSA Contest Database. Please make sure to provide your WSA National Expert with valid contact data.

3 Upon nomination, you will receive a confirmation email inviting you to complete your application. Please make sure to check your spam folder.

After submitting your application, you are officially in the global WSA.

A specially assembled international Jury will then evaluate all nominated and completed projects and choose the 40 WSA winners of the year.

Application Deadline: September 1st, 2022.

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