The fellowship program aims to empower fellows by enhancing their leadership and confidence through skills development and personal growth. It fosters global network connections, establishes a foundation for collaborative solution generation, and facilitates in-person convenings and regional collaborations.
Under the Social Entrepreneurship pillar, fellows will dedicate time to refining their growth strategies, understanding their capital requirements, and acquiring knowledge to access relevant financing. They will tailor strategies to their unique needs, learning to craft compelling narratives and develop pitch decks aligned with the ethos of the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and investor expectations.
This transformative journey equips fellows with essential skills, knowledge, and confidence to elevate their leadership and enterprises. Throughout the program, fellows will:
- Scrutinize business plans and refine growth goals
- Understand and assess capital needs
- Develop a strategic plan for business growth through investment
- Acquire knowledge to access relevant investment opportunities
- Learn to craft compelling narratives for investment
- Develop pitch decks aligned with SDGs and investor expectations
Fellows will benefit from a robust, global supportive network. Upon completion of the fellowship, participants will have solidified their growth strategies and be prepared to pursue investment opportunities.
Eligibility:
To qualify for the program, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Hold a key decision-making role in a legally registered, for-profit, purpose-driven business addressing the UN SDGs with measurable social impact.
- Demonstrate a track record of generating a minimum annual revenue of $100,000 USD.
- Possess a proven business model with growth potential, evidenced by a minimum of three full-time paid employees (or equivalent) and an operational history of at least two years.
- Clearly articulate an identified growth strategy to be initiated within 12 to 15 months after the program.
Benefits:
- All program-related costs, including travel, lodging, and meals for the in-person convening, are fully covered by Vital Voices.
- Successful fellows will receive a certificate of completion, acknowledging their fulfillment of all program requirements.
For More Information:
Visit the Official Webpage of the Vital Voices Global Fellowship – Social Entrepreneurship
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