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IMC GO-TO-TALENT CHALLENGE

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Application Deadline: 16 October, 2023

LOCATION: Lagos, Nigeria

The Innovation Makers Challenge (IMC) is an initiative of the Technology and Telecommunication Working Group (TTSWG) aimed at empowering young innovators in the technology and telecommunication industry in Nigeria.

ELIGIBILITY:

You are between the ages of 18 and 35 on or before the application deadline.

Have innovative solutions in the following categories; Assistive Tech, EnergyTech, AgroTech, Waste Management/Climate Innovation, EdTech (including Gaming apps/innovation), Fintech.

Can commit to attending the Innovation Conference and Exhibition in Lagos, Nigeria on the 9th of November 2023.

Proficient in reading, writing, and speaking English.

Innovations must be made by an individual or a team of not more than five (5) individuals.

Innovations must be original and unique.

BENEFIT:

Win your share of the 3.5 million Naira cash prize.

Get trained by industry experts at the Innovators’ Bootcamp.

Gain an opportunity to exhibit your innovations and pitch to Investors, Venture Capitalists, C-Suite Executives, and Industry Experts.

Gain visibility through traditional and digital media coverage.

Network with other Innovators, Tech Enthusiasts, Industry Experts, and so on.

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TRUST FOR SUSTAINABLE LIVING GLOBAL STUDENT ESSAY COMPETITION

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Application Deadline: 18 January 2024

LOCATION: Malaysia

International Student Essay Competition “How can nature help us achieve the UN SDGs in my community?” They want to hear students’ own views on how they feel that nature can support the achievement of the SDGs in their own communities. Students are invited to approach the topic however they wish. They can choose to focus on one SDG, or multiple SDGs that they feel are a key issue within their communities and explore how nature could help to improve the situation. They are strongly encouraged to include their own personal views, perspectives and experiences to help bring their thoughts and visions alive.

ELIGIBILITY:

The judges are looking for originality and creativity in all formats – and the potential to contribute to constructive national or international debate. Unique and well-argued perspectives score highly.

The International Student Essay Competition is open to all students worldwide, aged 7-18 across two age categories – 7-11 years and 12-18 years.

The Sustainability Challenge Video Competition is open to all learners worldwide, across four age categories – 7-11 years, 12-17 years, 18+ and Teachers.

Please read The Brief for full details on competition entry requirements.

BENEFIT:

One overall Grand Prize Winner will receive a trophy and a cash prize of £1000 and £500 for their school, with one Runner Up receiving a trophy and a cash prize of £500 and £250 for their school (cash prizes paid in local currency). All participating Teacher Champions, Essay Finalists & Honourable Mentions, and International Debate participants, will receive personalised e-certificates.

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