Deadline: June 5, 2020.

An online training programme that inspires action on global challenges through social entrepreneurship and the power of skills.

BeChangeMaker provides access to high quality learning content on HP LIFE, tools and technology for startup acceleration, dedicated coaching, mentoring and customized support, as well as the opportunity to tap into a diverse global network of potential supporters and investors. It is also part of the implementation of the African Union’s One Million by 2021 Initiative.

BENEFITS

A. Thirty teams are chosen for BeChangeMaker Africa 2020 with projects tackling a range of economic and societal challenges.

B. Between June and September, they will have access to high-quality learning content on HP LIFE, tools and technology for startup acceleration, dedicated coaching, mentoring and customized support, as well as the opportunity to tap into a diverse global network of potential supporters and investors.

C. Top five teams will join a mini-bootcamp followed by the semi-final.

D. Three best performing teams will compete in the grand finale to be the winner of the first BeChangeMaker Africa.

APPLICATION

 

Step 1

Form a team of 2 to 5 people who share the same vision, are between 18 and 35 years old, and choose a team leader.

Share your challenge

Step 2

Introduce your team and share your social challenge in a 1-minute video. Upload the video to YouTube as unlisted and include the link in your online application.

Submit your application

Step 3

Click on Apply below for the application form. The team leader is required to fill out the application form on behalf of the team before 5 June. Please make sure that each of the team member has read and agreed to the Official Rules and created an account on HP LIFE to access the free courses before submitting the application.

Team will be selected

Step 4

30 teams wil be selected to officially join the programme. The announcement will be made on 15 June.

Get ready!

Step 5

The programme will kick off on 22 June with an orientation for the exciting three months of intensive and engaging training.

OFFICIAL LINK: https://worldskillsafrica.org/projects/bechangemaker-2020/apply/