Spark Change Across Generations: Ashoka Changemakers Challenge 2024
Are you passionate about making a difference in the world? Do you have innovative ideas that could shape a better future for generations to come? If so, the Together Towards Tomorrow Challenge 2024 is calling your name. This global innovation challenge, a collaboration between Ashoka and HSBC, aims to empower changemakers from all corners of the globe to unite people across generations and activate young leaders. With prizes of up to $25,000 at stake, this is your opportunity to turn your vision into reality.
Uniting Changemakers Across the Globe
Empowering Youth Leadership
The challenge seeks initiatives that enable young people to identify their strengths and passions, empowering them to lead positive change within their communities.
Promoting Equitable Collaboration
Participants are encouraged to develop solutions that foster intergenerational connections, ensuring that young people have equal opportunities to lead and effect change.
Fostering Youth Agency
The challenge aims to catalyze youth to take ownership of their ideas and actions, nurturing confidence and autonomy in young changemakers.
Prizes and Recognition
Valuable Feedback and Networking Opportunities
All eligible applicants will receive feedback from Ashoka and/or HSBC representatives and have the chance to connect with a community of changemakers.
Early Entry Benefits
Early Entry Applicants stand a chance to win $1,500 each and receive feedback ahead of the final entry deadline.
Top Winner Prizes
The top winners in each category will receive a substantial cash prize of $25,000.
Eligibility Criteria
Geographical Reach
The challenge is open to individuals driving impact in a wide range of countries, fostering a diverse pool of applicants.
Leadership Requirements
Applicants must have at least one member born in 1994 or later in a leadership position for at least 12 months, ensuring a youthful perspective in leadership.
Venture Stage
Ventures must be at an early or mid-stage of development, providing opportunities for both budding and established initiatives.
How to Apply
Apply by July 1, 2024, for a chance to win up to $25,000 and connect with a global community of changemakers. Don’t miss out on this chance to make a difference.
Together Towards Tomorrow Challenge 2024 presents a unique opportunity for changemakers to come together and create a better future for all. By fostering youth leadership, promoting equitable collaboration, and offering valuable prizes and recognition, this challenge is set to drive meaningful change on a global scale.
Unique FAQs:
Can I submit more than one application?
- No, only one application per individual/venture is accepted to ensure fairness and equal opportunities for all participants.
Are employees of HSBC eligible to apply?
- No, employees of HSBC, along with their immediate family members, are not eligible to participate in the challenge.
What happens if my venture is less than a year old?
- If your organization is less than a year old, at least one founding member must be born in or after 1994 to meet the leadership requirements.
Is English proficiency required for participation?
- Yes, as winners will engage in activities requiring English proficiency, entries must be submitted in English.
When will the winners be announced?
- Winners will be announced after the application deadline on July 1, 2024.
For more information, visit Together Towards Tomorrow Challenge.
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