An undeniable catalyst for progress, technological innovation can only reach its full potential if it is supported by a solid, viable business proposal that meets current and future social and environmental needs.
As well as encouraging innovation, Orange also rewards the positive entrepreneurial spirit of dynamic start-ups as part of its Social Enterprise Award. Since 2011, this International Grand Prix competition has welcomed start-ups from 17 countries in Africa and the Middle East. It identifies, rewards and supports business proposals that make a positive social and environmental impact.
To encourage sustainable, responsible and inclusive development, the International Women's Prize was established in 2020, promoting ventures led by women entrepreneurs.
VALUE
International Grand Prix Awards
- 1st prize: €25,000
- 2nd prize: €15,000
- 3rd prize: €10,000
The 10 finalists of the OSVP International Grand Prix and the winner of the International Women's Prize will also receive 6 to 9 months of business development support.
Award Winner
Women's International: €20,000
ELIGIBILITY
Candidates must:
- Aged 21 or over
- Present a social entrepreneurship project based on NICT (New Information and Communication Technologies)
- Applicants must present a project involving at least one of the 17 countries.
To register and for more information, go here
