Applications are now open for the 2024 Yunus & Youth Global Fellowship Program. The Yunus & Youth Global Fellowship for Social Entrepreneurs is a customized 6-month online program that empowers young people to build, develop and expand innovative and economically viable social businesses that contribute to the achievement of the 17 UN SDGs.

Ideal Candidates

• Social Business Founders or Co-Founders: Dedicated and committed to building a business that tackles a social or environmental issue aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
• Youth: Between the ages of 18 and 30, with exceptions for outstanding applicants outside that range.
• Early-stage: More than an idea. Initiatives that have at least been prototyped and tested.
• Innovative: Solutions that integrate new mindsets or technologies in their products or services, processes, or context.
• Interested and Available: Interest in contributing to the growth and development of the Y&Y Community by dedicating at least 5 hours per week to the Y&Y Fellowship.
• Committed to Equity and Diversity: Identify as or target problems faced by a minority group based on their region’s composition (ethnic/racial minorities, gender minorities, LGBTQIA+, refugees and displaced people, low-income, or people with a disability).

Benefits

Free online training for young social entrepreneurs

Highly customized learning experience supported by live lessons

Mentors in positions of leadership in Fortune 500 companies

A global community of social business leaders

Global networks and international exposure

Final pitch

The Y&Y Fellowship Training Modules

• Introduction to the Y&Y Community
• Entrepreneurial skills
• Storytelling
• Market strategy
• Delivering your solution
• Measuring impact
• Completing the business model
• Pitching and networking
• Funding your social business
• Building the organization
• Brand and communications
• Managing growth

Application Deadline: MARCH 7TH, 2024

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Yunus & Youth Global Fellowship Program

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