Nairobi Kenya (Partially Funded)

Applications close on November 15, 05:00 PM (Kenyan time).

When: January 18-29, 2016
Where: The Africa Nazarene University, Nairobi, Kenya.
Language: Language of instruction will be in English.
Cost: The program is free to attend and accommodation is provided without charge. Travel expenses are not covered.

Do you want to have a positive social impact on the world?
Do you have an idea that addresses one of the many societal or environmental challenges facing East Africa?
Do you have an ambition and a plan for how to make the world better in a financially sustainable way?
Are you committed to making reality of your idea?
If so, you have come to the right place and we would highly encourage you to apply to the SE Mini-Accelerator – together we can make it happen!

Could your business idea change lives in East Africa?

Join the SE Forum Mini-accelerator Program to test your idea. This 2 week course will help transform your idea into a viable business model. Using the Business Model Canvas you will explore how to create a positive impact on society whilst operating a financially sustainable business.

You will learn about marketing, communication, financial management, funding opportunities, social impact measurement and how to present your business concept to the world – all wrapped up in a comprehensive business plan!

Brought to you in partnership between SE Forum and Global Business Labs at African Nazarene University.

The SE Mini-Accelerator is:

Open to most social entrepreneurs.
No limitations in terms of age, background, nationality or citizenry.
No requirement to have a registered enterprise prior to the program.
Both for-profit and non-for profits are welcome to apply.
A written business plan is not a prerequisite to apply.
Current revenue streams/profitability is not a prerequisite to apply.

The SE Mini-Accelerator is look for those who:

Address a social and/or environmental problem facing the East African region.
Have a formalized and innovative business idea, but are looking for the right tools to turn it into a viable business plan and get going.
Are passionate and fully committed to the idea and to making the enterprise financially sustainable.
Have the ability to commit full-time during the program and are able to read, write, speak and comprehend English sufficiently, since the language of instruction is English.

Application Process:

Step 1:

First round applications close on November 15 2015, 05:00 PM (Kenyan time). Applications are to be submitted online. Click here to apply.

Step 2:

Interviews

Interviews will be conducted (on Skype) with top applicants between November 30 and December 4 2015.

Step 3:

Announcement

Selected social entrepreneurs are announced by December 7, 2015.

Apply Now for the Social Entrepreneurship Forum Mini-Accelerator Program

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the 2016 Social Entrepreneurship Forum Mini-Accelerator Program

Social Entrepreneurship Forum Mini-Accelerator Program 2016, Nairobi Kenya (Partially Funded)

The SE Mini-Accelerator is:

Step 2:

Interviews

Step 3:

Announcement