Start-ups, entrepreneurs, Makers and innovators – willing to find solution to the world most important challenges that affect people lives- are invited to apply to Global Maker Challenge, submit their solution and win Prizes of up to USD 1,000,000.
Deadline: January 31, 2019
Reviewing time: February – April 2019
Announcement of final winners: July 2019 at GMIS Summit in Russia
Benefits:
- Up to 1,000,000 USD award for four themes
- Mentoring
- Covering the following expenses for pithing session:
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- Flight ticket
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- Accommodation
This program is organized by Mohammed bin Rashid Initiative for Global Prosperity and the following partners:
- United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO)
- Food and Agriculture Organization
- International Fund for Agricultural Development
- International Telecommunication Union (ITU)
- UN-Habitat
- UNHCR
- WFP
- UNESCO
The challenges are divided in the following themes:
- Sustainable Energy
- Digital Divide and digital literacy
- Rural transformation and Zero hunger
- Sustainable cities
Who can apply to this program?
- Start-ups
- Entrepreneurs
- Business
- Makers and innovators
- Who are submitting a solution to real world problem
Application procedure
Please read the terms and Condition of challenges at global maker challenge website link below and Apply online. You can apply for each of the four themes. Shortlisted companies will be invited for pitching their solution
For more information please visit the global maker challenge or contact info@makingprosperity.com