International Trade Centre Youth Ecopreneur Program Call for Application 2024: (Deadline 22 March, 2024)

International Trade Centre Youth Ecopreneur Program Call for Application 2024: (Deadline 22 March, 2024)

International Trade Centre Youth Ecopreneur Program Call for Application 2024: (Deadline 22 March, 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.

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.

About Ye! Community

The Ye! Community is the global platform, powered by the International Trade Centre (ITC), supporting young entrepreneurs and aspiring entrepreneurs to build impactful businesses and enhance economic development. Through the Ye! Community online platform, entrepreneurs up to 35 years of age, can connect with resources, tools, mentors, opportunities, and a network of their peers. ?Ye! is home to more than 23,000 members, including young entrepreneurs, mentors, and business support organizations and financiers. The Ye! platform provides a community for young entrepreneurs online and in-person… OFFICIAL LINK

Ye! Community Youth Ecopreneur Program

Application Deadline 22 Mar 2024
Value $10,000 USD
Country to study
Type Entrepreneurs
Course to study View courses
Sponsor Ye! Community
Gender Men and Women

Aim and Benefits of Ye! Community Youth Ecopreneur Program

  • Capacity-building for scaling your venture
  • Seed Funding ($100,000 USD for the land-restoration cohort, equity free)
  • All-Expenses-Paid Trip to International Conference for Award Finalists
  • Win the Youth Ecopreneur Award and get 10,000k USD prize money (1 Award per category)
  • Access to a Global Network & Exposure
  • Mentorship & Coaching
  • Legal and IP Guidance
  • Preferential access to Pro-Bono Legal Services from Sidley Austin
  • Preferential access to the Google StartUp for Sustainable Development Programme

Ye! Community Youth Ecopreneur Program Courses

  • Entrepreneurship

Requirements for Ye! Community Youth Ecopreneur Program Qualification

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.

We seek candidates that meet the following profile:

Applicant

  • Must be under the age of 35 (by 22 March 2024)
  • Must be a member of the Ye! Community (Register here)
  • Must be Founder, Co-Founder or CEO

The Business

  • Must be majority run by a young person
  • Must be legally registered
  • The bootcamp is open globally, the accelerator is reserved for eligible countries – see the list here
  • Must promote land restoration, sustainability, circularity, and/or the green economy

Interview date, Process and Venue for Ye! Community Youth Ecopreneur Program

Programme Categories

The YECO 2024 programme is segmented into two main categories, each designed to support innovative solutions in the realm of environmental sustainability. These categories not only define the type of projects we’re looking to accelerate but also outline the specific benefits associated with each. We seek solutions that meet the following profile:

1. Land Restoration

Eligibility Criteria:

  • Reforestation or Afforestation
  • Soil Conservation and Enrichment
  • Wetland Restoration
  • Erosion Control
  • Cleanup of Contaminated Land
  • Agroforestry and Carbon Farming
  • Invasive Species Control
  • Forest or Urban Woodland Fire Management
  • Stream and River Restoration
  • Use of Modern Technology for Any of the Above

2. Green Business Solution

Eligibility Criteria:

  • Innovative products, services, or processes that significantly contribute to a sustainable and green economy
  • This category is broad, designed to inspire a wide range of green business innovations

 

Application Deadline

22 March, 2024

How to Apply

Interested and qualified? Go to Ye! Community on form.jotform.com to applyThe YECO 2024 welcomes young entrepreneurs to submit their green business initiatives . Applicants have until March 22nd to present their proposals that reflect innovation, sustainability, and potential for impact.

Join the transformative YECO journey to shape a sustainable future.

For more details visit: OFFICIAL LINK.






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