Ashoka’s ‘Young African Climate Changemakers Challenge’ in collaboration with the Anglo American Foundation is calling on young people aged 16 – 25 across South Africa, Zimbabwe, Namibia, and Botswana to unleash their agency and innovation in tackling climate change through ideas and existing initiatives. Join us in shaping a more sustainable world and making a lasting impact on our planet’s future!
WORTH
- $1000 for each of the 10 selected winners.
- Invitation and hosting at the in-person celebratory event in Johannesburg, South Africa.
- Access to storytelling and networking opportunities.
- Opportunity for mentoring from seasoned social entrepreneurs.
ELIGIBILITY
- Applicants must be a resident of one of the following 4 Southern African countries: South Africa, Zimbabwe, Botswana & Namibia.
- Entries will only be accepted in English (Challenge communication & content will be delivered in English).
- Limit one entry per person/team.
- Primary country of impact must be one or more of the four countries: Zimbabwe, South Africa, Namibia or Botswana.
- Applicants must be the founder or co-founder of the initiative their application represents.
- Idea-stage initiative (participant has an idea on how to solve a problem they have identified and has a plan of action) or,
- An existing initiative that is being implemented at any stage of development (participant has proof of concept by having piloted and done first few activities/ has established activities / is scaling).
- Winners under 18 are required to be accompanied by one adult chaperone to the in-person event and must be approved by their parent or legal guardian.
DEADLINE: July 30, 2024
To apply and for information click here
