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LEAD2030 CHALLENGE FOR SDG 3 SUPPORTED BY ASTRAZENECA

Application Dealine: 21 March 2024

LOCATION: Canada

Through the Lead2030 Challenge for SDG 3, they will be granting US $50,000 to a small, innovative, youth-led non-profit organisation which aims to solve the climate and health challenges facing young people today.

 They invite a wide range of ideas, which could range from developing youth climate advocacy capability and health awareness, promoting carbon-friendly solutions to address health equity issues, support climate-health entrepreneurship, targeting food waste and enabling healthy diets, and beyond.

ELIGIBILITY:

Nationals of all eligible countries may apply for this scholarship.

A young leader (aged 18-30) working for, or leading, a non-profit organisation with drive and determination to make the world a healthier place for people.*

Applicants must demonstrate a positive impact related to leading climate/health equity projects benefitting youth (aged 10-24).

Access to the internet and a device (computer, phone) that will allow them to participate in live, online Fellowship sessions – this will not be provided to Fellows.

Proficiency in English (speaking, reading, writing) 

Ability to fully participate in-person, at the One Young World Summit (18 – 21 September 2024) in Montreal, Canada. 

Ability to commit to a one-year Fellowship program and attend at least 75% of modules/activities. 

Ability to lead and manage the implementation and reporting of the non-profit project funded through the Fellowship. 

Applicants must be founders or leaders of registered non-profit organisations that meet the following criteria: 
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Have been registered and operational for at least three full years. 

Have had a total reported income in the last financial year of more than USD$100,000 and less than USD$2,000,000.

BENEFIT:

The winning solution will receive:

Scholarship to participate in the One Young World Summit 2024

A US$50,000 grant from AstraZenea. 

12 months of mentorship from a team of AstraZeneca professionals and partners. The mentorship team will work to accelerate your solution based on the needs of your initiative or organisation, such as:

Business strategy

Best practices for data collection

Monitoring and evaluation

Product design

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NAAEE ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION 30 UNDER 30 NOMINATION AWARDS

Application Deadline: 25 March, 2024

LOCATION: USA

EE 30 Under 30 recognizes young people across the globe who are building a sustainable future through education. Nominate yourself or someone you know today!

ELIGIBILITY:

Nominees must be 30 years old or younger (as of December 31, 2024). If you are over 30, you can still nominate someone else!

Nominees can come from anywhere in the world.

Nominations must be in English, but your nomination will not be judged based on your English language ability.

Nominees must be using EE to address sustainability issues, build a more inclusive environmental movement, and/or create healthier and more civically engaged communities. Read more about key elements of EE here.

Nominees must demonstrate some leadership in EE, but you do not need to be in a leadership position to demonstrate leadership! This can include (but is not limited to!) inspiring others to take action towards a shared vision, listening to and taking action for the needs of your community, innovating in the face of challenges, creating inclusive environments for participation and engagement, and much more.

Video requirement: All nominees need to submit a short introduction video (90 seconds max) and provide a letter of support. Please take a close look at the application, whether you are nominating yourself or someone else, to understand these requirements.

BENEFIT:

The EE 30 Under 30 Class of 2024 will receive global recognition, join a growing community of inspiring EE leaders, and have access to ongoing opportunities for professional development and networking. 

Each year our awardees join a growing alumni network of inspiring environmental education leaders and receive ongoing opportunities to network, grow professionally, and promote their work. This program is made possible by the Global Environmental Education Partnership and the U.S. Forest Service.

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