Women social entrepreneurs offered chance to visit New York

March 12, 2024 in Investment by Editor

These start ups or businesses that directly generate social change or impact a social cause. A social entrepreneur is primarily motivated by a desire to alleviate some kind of systemic social or cultural problem.

Applications are now open in a global competition for women social entrepreneurs, whose businesses are advancing the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The deadline is Friday April 12.

These start ups or businesses that directly generate social change or impact a social cause. A social entrepreneur is primarily motivated by a desire to alleviate some kind of systemic social or cultural problem.

Launched by the UN Secretary General, President of the World Bank and the Council of Women World Leaders at the UN General Assembly in 2018, the WE (women entrepreneurs) Empower UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Challenge is the first-of-its-kind. The Challenge is co-convened by ASU Julie Ann Wrigley Global Futures Laboratory and Vital Voices Global Partnership.

Eligibility Requirements are;

• You must identify as a woman entrepreneur.
• You must have lead decision-making ability within your entity.
• Your business or organization must have been in operation for at least three years as of August 1, 2024.
• You must employ at least three full-time employees or full-time equivalents.
• Your business or organization must generate a minimum of $75,000 in annual revenue. For nonprofit organizations, revenue may comprise donations, grants, and funds raised through various fundraising activities.
• You must be professionally proficient in English.
• You must be at least 21 years old by August 1, 2024.
• You must be available to travel to New York, NY, and participate in all events from September 22 – September 29, 2024, and if necessary, able to participate in a virtual program from August through December 2024.

The successful applicant will be notified by July 2024 and will receive the opportunity to travel to New York City during the UN Global Goals/Climate Week September 22 – 27, 2024 to participate in a series of tailored trainings contributed by leading and supporting partners and engage in high-profile events with UN officials.

The WE Empower Challenge Awardees will participate in events surrounding the 79th UN General Assembly as well as connect with renowned business experts from around the world.

For more information: visit the Official Webpage of the WE Empower UN SDG Challenge