About the 2024 Pivot Challenge: Applications for Early-Stage Startups
The Pivot Challenge 2024 aims to identify and support early-stage organizations with innovative solutions to social problems, promoting entrepreneurship and social impact in Southeastern Nigeria.
This inaugural event will mark the first-ever Pivot Challenge, aligned with The Pivot’s mission of promoting values, socioeconomic progress, and leadership accountability.
The Pivot addresses the need for a fresh perspective on the development trajectory of African communities by engaging stakeholders in constructive dialogue and proactive problem-solving.
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This approach aims to reshape societal narratives towards prosperity, equity, and progress.
Successful applicants will take part in a free two-week BootCamp, concluding with the selection of the top 5 participants who will pitch their ideas at the Pivot Conference.
Winners will receive prize money, mentorship, partnerships, and other investment opportunities, contributing to the growth and sustainability of Africa’s green economy.
Target Sectors
The challenge invites individuals, teams, startups, NGOs, and social enterprises with early-stage innovative ideas focusing on community development, social innovation, or social impact in the following sectors:
— Agriculture and Food Security
— Sustainable farming practices
— Food production and distribution
— Agritech innovations
— Clean Energy and Environment
— Renewable energy solutions
— Waste management and recycling
— Water conservation and management
— Gender Equality and Social Inclusion
— Women’s empowerment programs
— Initiatives for marginalized communities
— Social justice and human rights advocacy
— Technology and Innovation
Information and Communication Technology (ICT)
Tech innovation startups
Solutions for digital transformation
Healthcare and well-being
Access to medical services
Health technology solutions
Public health initiatives
Education and skill development
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E-learning platforms
Vocational training programs
Educational technology
Infrastructure and urban development
Smart city projects
Affordable housing
Transportation and logistics
Security
Security enhancement solutions
Peacebuilding and community safety initiatives
Technology-driven security measures
Conflict resolution
Pivot Challenge 2024 Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible to participate in the Pivot Challenge 2024, applicants must meet the following criteria:
Applicants must be young.
Applicants must operate within sectors aligned with the goals of the Pivot Challenge, including Agriculture and Food Security, Clean Energy and Environment, Gender Equality and Social Inclusion, Technology and Innovation, Healthcare and Well-being, Economic Development and Job Creation, Education and Skill Development, Infrastructure and Urban Development, and Security.
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Organizations must have been operational for a minimum of 1 year and a maximum of 3 years from the date of registration for the challenge.
Applicants must have a clearly defined and innovative business model demonstrating potential for social impact and sustainability.
Organizations must provide evidence of their portfolio of work, including past projects, initiatives, or products/services developed.
Organizations must be operational in the Southeastern part of Nigeria.
Organizations with female founders or females in leadership positions are strongly encouraged to apply.
Benefits:
Enrollment in a free two-week online boot camp
Mentorship from industry experts
Opportunities for partnerships and investment
Prize money for top innovators
Deadline: August 12, 2024
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