2023 Melton Foundation
SDG Innovation Challenge for Africans
The Melton Foundation SDG
Innovation Challenge represents a dynamic and forward-thinking initiative that
seeks to harness the creative power of young changemakers to address pressing
global challenges aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals
(SDGs). Founded by the Melton Foundation, this challenge offers a platform for
participants to collaborate, ideate, and implement innovative solutions that
contribute to a more sustainable and equitable world.
Central to the SDG
Innovation Challenge is its focus on empowering youth. Recognizing the
potential of young minds to drive meaningful change, the challenge encourages
participants to think critically, creatively, and collaboratively. By engaging
with the SDGs, participants gain a deeper understanding of global issues and
are inspired to develop practical solutions that can be scaled up for maximum
impact.
The challenge operates as
a catalyst for cross-cultural exchange and collaboration. Participants come
from diverse backgrounds and geographical locations, fostering a rich tapestry
of perspectives and insights. This global network provides a fertile ground for
learning, sharing ideas, and building partnerships that transcend borders and
contribute to holistic solutions.
Throughout the challenge,
participants are guided by mentorship and support from experts in various
fields. This guidance helps refine their ideas, enhance their problem-solving
skills, and transform their concepts into actionable projects. Furthermore, the
challenge culminates in the presentation of innovative projects that have the
potential to address complex issues and create positive change within local
communities and beyond.
In essence, the Melton
Foundation SDG Innovation Challenge stands as a testament to the power of
collaboration, innovation, and youth-driven action. By offering a platform for
young changemakers to develop and showcase their solutions to global
challenges, the challenge aligns with the broader mission of the Melton
Foundation in fostering intercultural understanding, responsible leadership,
and sustainable impact.
Are you a young African
with a desire to collaborate with others who share your passion for creating
positive change starting from the local level? If you are a student,
professional, community activist, change-maker, or simply someone interested in
making a difference on the continent and in the world, the SDG Innovation
Challenge is the place to be!
Under the theme
Mobilizing the African Youth for Sustainable Impact, the SDG Innovation
Challenge 2023 converges young talent with three primary goals:
· To
trigger fresh thinking by connecting innovators from diverse backgrounds and
sectors.
· To
develop practical, impact-oriented solution ideas through cross-boundary
collaboration.
· To
ignite transformative action towards sustainable development and improved
livelihoods of communities across Africa.
Benefits Of The Melton
Foundation SDG Innovation Challenge
· Access
to an unorthodox, dynamic, and diverse platform of youth activists,
organizations, and legislators – Tap into a conducive
online space to converge around practical SDG solutions!
· A
much-needed opportunity to visualize and implement the SDGs at the grassroots
level – Participate in the making of our future and
jumpstart your involvement in the sustainable development agenda as an active,
passionate global citizen.
· Immense
networking potential – Build connections, and be part of a
community of practice around eco-systemic, collaborative solutions.
· A
space to exercise your global citizenship muscle
– Sharpen and hone skills in leadership, innovation, cross-sector
collaboration, analytic thinking, interpersonal communication, intercultural
communication, and allied areas.
· Sourcing
diversity of thought, background, and sector – Collaborate
with people from many different domains, including engineering, design, civic
policy, social justice reform, project management, finance, education, and many
others.
Applicants must:
· Share
a passion, drive, and commitment to improving livelihoods in your community and
beyond
· Have
a genuine interest in sustainable development and a desire to contribute to
advancing the SDGs in your community and beyond
· Possess
the motivation to engage pro-actively throughout the event
· Be
able to work in an interdisciplinary team from different domains and
geographies
· Have
the motivation to extensively ideate throughout the SDG Innovation Challenge
and work in an agile hackathon-like environment
· Be
committed to taking the idea to completion and remain engaged with the cause
after the SDG Innovation Challenge
Method of Application
To participate virtually
on 21-23 September, you must register by 31 August 2023 before 11:59 PM GMT.
Before registering, here
are some rules to keep in mind:
Only groups of 4 to 7
people can register! Read on because the important stuff is yet to come:
· Diversity
is one of the core values of the SDG Innovation Challenge, and we encourage
anyone interested in participating in the SDG Innovation Challenge 2023 to keep
visiting our page for more updates.
Whether you’re an individual who’s looking for a group
of like-minded people to register or whether you already have a (small) group
in mind but could use some more diversity of thought and talent: The connector
space is an excellent opportunity to meet people who are committed to
sustainable development and interested in participating in the event. It’s in
your hands to find out more about each other – what motivates you, the skills
you bring, the dreams you have, the communities you serve, etc. – and to come
together in groups of 4-7 people and register for the SDG Innovation Challenge
2023!
Application Deadline: 31
August 2023
For
More Information,