UNLEASH+ 2020 applications are now open!
UNLEASH+ is a 6-month pre-acceleration program designed to support teams of 2-4 members with at least one UNLEASH alumnus, having prototyped and tested a solution addressing the SDGs. It provides new tools, support from world-class experts, and access to relevant partners. The program’s goal is that teams design their solutions for scaled impact and successfully bring them to market. It includes three components:
- PART 1 – UNLEASH+ Online: a 14-week online program focusing on the teams driving solutions to address the SDGs, further developing their prototypes, and preparing a full business case to effectively and sustainably reach beneficiaries.
- PART 2 – UNLEASH+ Bootcamp: a 4-day Bootcamp (held online this year) with highly tailored support for the teams and the opportunity to pitch to a panel of funders and partners.
- PART 3 – UNLEASH+ Connect: support on the next steps after the program, and connections with partner capacity builders and funders to take the solution further.
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As is the case for the global Innovation Lab, the UNLEASH+ bootcamp, which is normally an in-person component of UNLEASH+, will not be held physically in 2020 due to COVID-19. They are therefore moving the bootcamp online, without compromising on experience, quality, and outcomes.
The program will run in parts:
- Part 1: The online program begins on August 31st, 2020, and will be running until December 5th, 2020.
- Part 2: Top teams from the online program will be selected to take part in the 4-day online bootcamp from 9-13 December 2020.
- Part 3: Until February 2021, all the teams that completed the online program will receive support to prepare for their next steps and connect with capacity builders and/or funders.
How much time/effort will each team need to commit to the UNLEASH+ Online Program?
- 1 Webinar or workshop of 2 hours per fortnight to learn about prototyping, strategy, and team development
- 1 interactive session with facilitators 1 hour per fortnight (Teams are expected to make the most of facilitator check-ins and attend prepared)
- 1h per week will be spent on personal development and related discussions with peers through our partner Potentialife program
- At least 1h per month spent in peer-feedback sessions
- 1 deliverable submission per fortnight (Teams are expected to provide deliverables on time))
- In addition to the above, teams are expected to work together for a minimum of 3 hours per week per team on UNLEASH+ materials and deliverables (i.e. canvases, diagnostic tool)
- They expect a total of 6-8 hours per week, to be spread amongst all team members.
Location:
OnlineBenefits
- Access to tailored support and new exclusive tools.
- Share and learn from other active social entrepreneurs
- Get mentorship from world-class experts and innovators
- Connect with impactful funders and accelerators
Eligibilities
- Your team must have a tested prototype (please find more details about prototyping through the official link)
- At least 1 of your team members must be an UNLEASH alumnus. Other team members do not need to be from the UNLEASH community, although of course teams with multiple UNLEASH alumni are welcome.
- Your solution has raised less than 500’000 USD to date.
- At least 2 team members in total.
Application Process
Apply Online through the Apply Now link.
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Application Deadline: July 28, 2020
Application ClosedOfficial link
