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Reach for Change works in partnership with socially committed companies around the world to find and support the world's most promising early-stage social entrepreneurs working to improve the lives of children.
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Important Dates
Application deadline:
November 18, 2016
Decision on semi-finalists:
November 23, 2016
Concept Development Workshop (for semi-finalists):
Between November 23 - 28, 2016
Interviews:
November 29, 2016
Jury (for finalists):
November 30, 2016
Our selection criteria
The Problem:
- Acknowledged by sector experts
- Strong understanding of the problem and the context around the problem
The Solution:
- Should fit into one of the following themes: Digital Inclusion or Financial Inclusion
- Should create meaningful social impact for children
- Impact strategy should be in place
- System change strategy should be in place
The Product:
- Uses mobile or digital technology at its core
- Must have a working prototype in place
- Must have been tested with potential users
The Entrepreneur:
- Must demonstrate leadership and entrepreneurial acumen
- Must demonstrate that he/she is a “good fit” for support from Tigo and Reach for Change
- Must demonstrate that he/she is honest, trustworthy and reliable
- Must be to working full time on proposed solution
The Organisation:
- Must be at an early growth phase
- Must have strong potential for Financial Sustainability
- Must have a strong team
- Must have robust operations