The Egis Foundation is inviting students and young professionals to participate in the 3rd edition of its Team up for Climate Challenge 2024. The foundation is committed to fostering innovative solutions through this Challenge.
This Team Up for Climate Challenge initiative is aimed at harnessing the creativity and passion of students and young professionals to address the pressing issue of climate change adaptation and community resilience.
The Team up for Climate Challenge 2024 Details
The Egis Foundation invites individuals to collaborate and contribute their ideas toward building a sustainable future amidst climate risks. Through this challenge, the Egis Foundation seeks to nurture innovation and collaboration among the younger generation to tackle climate-related challenges.
To aid in their communities’ adaptation to climate change, the Egis mentors and provides meaningful support to over 500 young people from over 50 nations each year on difficulties that arise in their everyday lives.
The Egis Foundation decided to support initiatives even more for this 3rd edition to offer them a genuine opportunity to succeed:
Challenge Categories
- Inform & Raise Awareness: How can local communities be empowered with knowledge to understand and mitigate climate risks effectively?
- Anticipate and Prepare: Exploring strategies to enhance communities’ resilience by anticipating climate-related hazards and bolstering preparedness measures.
- Protecting Vulnerable Populations: Implementing solutions to safeguard vulnerable populations from the adverse impacts of climate change and reduce their susceptibility.
Eligibility Criteria
Open Call to Students and Young Professionals: The Egis Foundation Team up for Climate Challenge is open to students, interns, trainees from EGIS, and young graduates eager to make a difference in climate resilience.
Prize
- 1st Prize: Study trip to Paris for the awards ceremony, plus €1,000 for each team member
Makesense offers individualized financial planning advice.
BOOST €7,000 (conditional) to guarantee project continuation after six to eight months
- 2nd Prize: €750 for each team member
Makesense offers individualized financial planning advice.
BOOST €4,000 (conditional) to guarantee project continuation after six to eight months
Employee Special Award from Egis
- 3rd Prize: €500 for each team member; personalized financial planning guidance from make sense
BOOST €3,000 (conditional) to guarantee project continuation after six to eight months
Benefits
- With prizes totaling €30,000, including financial rewards and project support, participants have the opportunity to not only win but also implement their ideas.
- Winners of the challenge will receive individual cash prizes, financial planning workshops, and project support to ensure the sustainability of their initiatives.
- Career Development and Networking Opportunities: Participants also receive invaluable career development prospects, mentoring sessions, and access to a global network of professionals.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified individuals can visit the official webpage of the Egis Foundation Team up for Climate Challenge at https://egis-impacthub.agorize.com/en/challenges/team-up-for-climate-2024?t=NiYwn1jropo_iDBjjoi4KA&utm_campaign=egis24_ofa&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=opportunitiesforafricans to learn about the application process and requirements.
Deadline for Submissions
The application deadline for the challenge is March 25, 2024.
FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)
What is the Boost prize offered by Egis Foundation?
The Boost prize serves as additional support for winning teams who successfully launch their projects, provided they meet specific conditions outlined by the foundation.
How can participants ensure eligibility for the Boost prize?
Winning teams must demonstrate tangible progress in project implementation, including engaging potential partners and executing planned activities.
What are the benefits of participating in the challenge beyond monetary rewards?
Participants gain access to career development opportunities, mentoring sessions with industry experts, and networking avenues through Egis Foundation’s alumni network.
Can individuals from diverse academic backgrounds participate in the challenge?
Yes, the challenge welcomes participants from various academic disciplines.
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