Tigo Digital Changemakers Competition now open!
Do you have a social enterprise that uses digital tools or technology to improve communities and impact future generations? Tigo, in partnership with Reach for Change is proud to announce the 2016 Tigo Digital Changemakers competition! Two winners will each recieve USD 20,000 plus coaching and advisory support from Tigo and Reach for Change to develop their initiatives.
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Important Dates
Application deadline:
November 30, 2016
Decision on semi-finalists:
February 21, 2017
Concept Development Workshop (for semi-finalists):
Between February 23rd and 25th, 2017
Interviews:
Between February 23rd and 25th, 2017
Jury (for finalists):
Late February - Early March
Digital Changemakers Selection Criteria
The problem:
- Acknowledged by sector experts
- Strong understanding of the problem and the context around the problem
The Solution:
- Should fit one of the following themes:
- Digital Inclusion
- Education
- Business Entrepreneurship
- Create meaningful social impact for children
- Impact strategy should be in place
- System change strategy should be in place
The Product:
- Uses mobile or digital technology at its core
- Must have a working prototype in place
- Must have been tested with potential users
The Entrepreneur:
- Must demonstrate leadership and entrepreneurial acumen
- Must demonstrate that he/she is a "good fit" for support from Tigo and Reach for Change
- Must demonstrate that he/she is honest, trustworthy and reliable
- Must be to working full time on proposed solution
The Organisation:
- Must be at an early growth phase
- Must have strong potential for Financial Sustainability
- Must have a strong team
- Must have robust operations