Application Deadline: 31 January 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025 UN Global Compact’s Young SDG Innovators Programme. The SDG Innovation Accelerator for Young Professionals is a unique opportunity offered to participating companies within the UN Global Compact network. It empowers the young talent within these organizations to collaborate and drive business innovation that aligns with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
This intensive nine-month programme is designed to activate the potential of future business leaders and changemakers. It focuses on the development and implementation of innovative solutions through cutting-edge technologies, initiatives, and business models that contribute to your company’s sustainability objectives.
Requirements
- High-performing professionals at participating companies of the UN Global Compact
- Participants must be 35 years or younger
- Interested in business-model innovation, sustainability and disruptive technologies
- Ability to dedicate a minimum of four (4) hours a month to the Accelerator Learning Plan and attend at least four (4) 1-day workshops.
Participant Benefits
- Engage in accelerated learning opportunities including online and in-person workshops, case studies, company visits and forum discussions.
- Collaborate with other businesses on innovative projects tailored to your company and industry.
- Build valuable relationships through coaching, mentoring and peer-to-peer networking.
- Gain insights from leading experts in sustainability and innovation from around the world.
- Join a global network of talented young professionals from top companies across every continent.
Timeline
- Applications Open date: 30 October 2024 – 31 January 2025
- Information Session: December 2, 2024
- Programme Begins:: February 2025
- Programme Ends: September 2025
For More Information:
Visit the Official Webpage of the UN Global Compact’s Young SDG Innovators Programme
