Applications call for Young SDG Innovators Programme 2020. The Young SDG Innovators Programme is an opportunity for participating companies of the UN Global Compact to identify young talent within their organizations to collaborate and accelerate business innovation towards the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). This ten-month accelerator programme activates future business leaders and changemakers to develop and drive innovative solutions through new technologies, initiatives, and business models and delivers on their company’s sustainability objectives.

Basically, the Young SDG Innovators Programme aims to engage your company’s brightest and best talent in not only advancing your sustainability efforts but driving innovation and delivering tangible solutions with potential market value for your company.

Participation Benefits

This program is an opportunity for youths to

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

Eligibility Requirements

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

Timeline

• Call for nominations: May 2020 – November 2020
• Programme begins: January 2021 (Please check exact dates with your Global Compact Local Network)
• Programme ends: October 2021

Useful Links 

• Company Application Form
• Meet the Mentors 
• Download Brochure