19.01.2023
What is it?
The Young Founders Programme is a fully-funded 6-month fellowship for outstanding young entrepreneurs from Africa, Asia and Latin America - culminating in a conference in Berlin for the top 10 founders.
How does it help founders?
- Access to a global network of entrepreneurs
- Mentorship from industry experts
- Expert workshops for growth stage startups
- Opportunity for exposure to investors
- Chance to attend our conference in Berlin
Selection Criteria
We are looking for entrepreneurs with high potential for impact and growth to become leaders of a sustainable future, with the following criteria:
- You are a citizen or resident of a developing or emerging country.
- You have recently (in the last five years) started a for-profit company focused on developing or emerging markets.
- Your company possesses a scalable business model that has ideally generated revenue or secured a first round of external funding.
- You or your business possesses disruptive qualities that can increase the quality, impact or inclusiveness of the industry.
- You possess a good working knowledge of English.
- You are available to attend the digital kick-off conference and can make time to participate in programme activities for the six months.
How to apply?
For more detailed information, or to submit your application, click here.
Deadline for applications: February 15, 23:59 CET
The programme will run March - August, 2023.