Applications for the WE Empower Un SDG challenge are now open. The WE (women entrepreneurs) Empower UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Challenge is a 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. It was introduced at the UN General Assembly in 2018 by the UN Secretary General, the President of the World Bank, and the Council of Women World Leaders.

In addition to recognizing their creative work, this opportunity offers Awardees capacity-building training sessions and chances to network with an unparalleled global community to grow their businesses. This program highlights and raises the significant contribution that female corporate leaders and social entrepreneurs can make to achieving the SDGs and addressing the most pressing global issues. The 79th UN General Assembly will be celebrated in 2024, and the WE Empower Challenge Awardees will have the opportunity to network with international business leaders.

Important Details

Offered by: Arizona State University ASU
Application Start Date: 12:01 AM United States Eastern Time on Monday, March 11, 2024
Application End Date: 11:59 PM US Eastern Time Friday April 12, 2024
Location: New York, US

Benefits

• Selected awardees will be notified by June 30, 2023, and if COVID-19 travel restrictions allow, they will have the chance to visit New York City, New York (NY) during UN Global Goals/Climate week, September 16–23, 2023, to take part in a number of specially designed trainings provided by prominent and supporting partners and attend high-profile events with UN officials.

Eligibility Criteria

Before starting an application, please be sure you meet ALL of the qualifying requirements listed below.

• You have to identify as a female business owner.
• You have to be the entity’s primary decision-maker.
• As of August 1, 2024, your company or organization must have been in operation for a minimum of three years.
• At least three full-time employees, or full-time equivalents, must work for you.
• Your company or group has to bring in at least $75,000 USD a year. Revenue for nonprofit organizations can come from grants, contributions, and money earned via other kinds of fundraising.
• You must speak English fluently on a professional level.
• By August 1, 2024, you must be at least 21 years old.
• In addition to being able to take part in a virtual program from August through December 2024, you must be able to travel to New York, NY, and be ready to attend all activities from September 22 to September 29, 2024.

Application Process

You can register with your email address to get access to the application.

Apply Now

For more details or inquiries, visit the official website or email at [email protected].

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