The Empower UN SDG Challenge (women entrepreneurs) is the world's first competition for women social entrepreneurs promoting the UN Sustainable Development Goals and inspiring entire communities to create the world we want by 2030. The Empower WE Challenge honours innovative women leaders from around the world who drive the SDGs through sustainable business practices and inspire others to follow suit. The opportunity recognises their innovative work and provides Awardees with capacity-building training sessions and opportunities to connect with an unparalleled global network to advance their companies. This programme elevates and showcases the valuable contribution that women social entrepreneurs and business leaders can make to the SDGs and to solving the world's biggest challenges.
VALUE
- In 2023, the WE Empower Challenge Awardees will take part in events around the 78th United Nations General Assembly, as well as liaising with renowned business experts from around the world.
- Awardees will also take part in a dynamic competition, organised by fashion designer, activist and Vital Voices board member Diane von Furstenberg, to present their businesses for the chance to receive a $20,000 grant.
ELIGIBILITY
- She is a woman entrepreneur with leadership skills in decision-making in a company or organisation
- Your company/organisation has been in operation for more than three years
- Employs at least three full-time employees (or full-time equivalent)
- Your company/organisation generates at least $75,000 USD in annual sales or revenue
- Proficient in written and spoken English
- At least 21 years old
- You are available to travel to New York, NY and participate in all events from Monday 18 September to Sunday 24 September 2023 (COVID-19 travel restrictions permitting) and, if necessary, I can participate in a virtual programme from August to October 2023.
- Your business or organisation has a substantial impact on the SDGs and a clear vision of how your business will create the future we want in 2030.
To apply and for more information, visit here.
