World Food Programme (WFP) announced the application for the Global Innovation Challenge 2019. WFP Global Innovation Challenge 2019 is seeking high-potential solutions to disrupt hunger worldwide. The applications are assessed according to a standard set of criteria and are reviewed by both WFP and external experts.
WORTH
Benefits are as follows:
- Funding: Receive up to $100,000 in equity-free funding
- Access to WFP Operations: Successful teams will get an opportunity to work with WFP
- Hands-On Support: Get a chance to work with technical and industry mentors
- Networking: Teams will be able to tap into and leverage our strong network of public, private, and government partners to accelerate implementation.
ELIGIBILITY
For startups:
- Your start-up must be incorporated at the time of application. It can be for-profit or not-for-profit.
- Your innovation must at least be at the Minimum Viable Product (MVP) stage. Proof-of-concept and initial traction are preferred.
- Your solution should be financially viable.
- Your proposal must show how working with WFP will serve your long-term strategy.
For WFP employee…
- Your team must have evidence of Country Office support and management buy-in.
- You are encouraged to apply, regardless of your contract type or function.
- WFP accepts project applications from WFP employees who are collaborating with NGOs, government or private sectors.
DEADLINE: October 25, 2019.
To apply and for more information visit here
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