The SDG Innovation Accelerator for Young Professionals is an opportunity for participating companies of the UN Global Compact to empower young talent within their organizations to collaborate and accelerate business innovation towards the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

See also: Emerging Leader Grants

This nine-month programme activates future business leaders and changemakers to develop and drive innovative solutions through new technologies, initiatives, and business models and deliver on their company’s sustainability objectives.

The programme connects entry- to mid-level managers – aged 35 and younger – across diverse business units to generate bold yet viable solutions that can have a positive impact on the company and the SDGs.

Participant Benefits

• Be part of a global network of leading young professionals from some of the top companies across every continent
• Build work relationships through coaching, mentoring and peer-to-peer networking opportunities
• Learn from some of the brightest minds working on sustainability and innovation from around the world
• Engage in accelerated learning opportunities that include online and in-person workshops, case studies, company visits and forum discussion
• Connect with other businesses and collaborate on innovative projects relative to your company and industry

Related: Bonn SDG Fellowships

Company Benefits

• Increase your employee engagement and professional development opportunities
• Gain global recognition for participation in the programme
• Apply SDG innovation to solve real sustainability challenges your company is facing
• Integrate the SDGs into your company’s business strategy through collaboration, innovation and knowledge sharing
• Tap into an expert network of leading professionals from some of the top companies across the globe

Suggested: NNF Young Investigator Award

Eligibility Criteria

• High-performing employees at a participating company of the UN Global Compact 35 years or younger interested in business model innovation, sustainability and disruptive technologies.

• Participating companies of the above Global Compact Local Networks may apply via the application link provided here.

• New this year: Young professionals working for companies that are a participant in the UN Global Compact can now form a team of up to four people and nominate themselves for the Accelerator via the self-nomination link provided here.

Recommended: Ford Fund Fellowship

Important Dates

• Call for Nominations: 19 October 2022 – 13 January, 2023
• Programme Begins: Late January 2023
• Programme Ends: September 2023
• SDG Innovation Summit: September 2023

See also: Catholic Relief Services (CRS) Internships

Further Information and Before Applying

If you are interested in the SDG Innovation Accelerator for Young Professionals, please visit the Official Website for learning more details about the mentioned programme.

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