Deadline: 24th April 2022 | AGE 18-35 | The Young Social Entrepreneurs (YSE) Global is an eight-month programme that inspires, equips and enables youth of different nationalities to start or scale up their social enterprises in Singapore and beyond.
Since 2010, YSE Global has nurtured a network of youth with innovative business ideas focused on social good. Together with established social entrepreneurs,
business consultants and investors, we harness the power of ideas, know-how and resources to effect positive change for a better world.
Gain access to an international ecosystem of investors, industry experts, experienced mentors, and a growing network of over 1,300 young changemakers from 42 nationalities. Be inspired by leading social innovation trends and market insights from the region. Shortlisted teams will stand a chance to scale up their social enterprises with up to S$20,000 in funding.
WHAT IS THE YOUNG SOCIAL ENTREPRENEURS (YSE) GLOBAL?
The Singapore International Foundation (SIF) believes in equipping, enabling and inspiring young changemakers like you to scale your social enterprises. The Young Social Entrepreneurs (YSE) Global is a six-month programme that inspires, equips, and enables youth of different nationalities to scale up their social enterprises in Singapore and beyond.
Since 2010, YSE Global has nurtured a network of youth with innovative business models focused on social good. Together with established social entrepreneurs, business consultants and investors, we harness the power of ideas, know-how and resources to effect positive change for a better world.
WHAT DOES THE YSE GLOBAL OFFER?
– International Network
– Join an international network of changemakers including like-minded individuals, corporates, practitioners, and successful entrepreneurs
– Mentorship
– Gain access to industry experts and professionals for mentorship
– Monthly Capacity Building Sessions
– Broaden perspectives on social entrepreneurship through capacity building opportunities to connect, network and learn from key players in the social enterprise landscape
– Grants
– Develop your social enterprise with up to S$20,000 in grants
DO I NEED AN IDEA TO APPLY?
Yes! We are looking for young changemakers with great ideas that harness enterprise solutions for social issues. You do not need to have an incorporated/registered social enterprise before applying. If you have a viable idea or are in the early stages of building your enterprise, we want to hear from you!
CAN INDIVIDUALS APPLY OR DO I NEED TO FORM A TEAM TO APPLY?
Yes, individuals can apply but we highly encourage you to form a team. Having more than one member for your social enterprise allows you to maximise the benefits of teamwork and support as the work grows.
IF MY SOCIAL ENTERPRISE HAS BEEN RUNNING FOR SOME YEARS, AM I ELIGIBLE TO APPLY?
Yes, you are welcome to apply. Our programme is designed to best suit the needs of seed to early-stage enterprises. The selection process will also take into consideration the stage of development of your enterprise, and whether you would be able to fully benefit from what the programme offers.
Find out more and apply at the official link below:
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Apply before 24th April, 2022