FAME foundation was established to solicit, encourage and advance the social, emotional and economic wellbeing of women and girls as well as formulate programmes within the framework of national development plan with a view to enhancing the participation of women and advocate for gender parity in the society.
FAME foundation firmly believe that the entire nation, businesses, communities and groups can benefit from the implementation of programs and policies that adopt the notion of women empowerment.
Innovation challenge is a business pitching competition designed to support persons with disabilities. This edition is meant for only women entrepreneurs with disabilities. The aim of the competition is to empower and motivate women entrepreneurs with disabilities with the needed skills and grants to kick off their enterprise.
Innovation Challenge is an initiative funded by Sightsavers and this edition will be implemented by Network for Disabled Women.
Eligibility:
You must be a Nigerian. You must be a woman with disability, aspiring to start a business or already doing the business. You must reside in Abuja only and be between the age of 18-40 years. Have an innovative business idea Your idea must be capable of making socio economic impact
Applications are open until 11th February 2022, Eligible candidates are encouraged to complete and submit their applications as soon as possible
Selected applicants will receive confirmation of proceeding to the next phase on or before February 15, 2022. Those selected will participate in the entrepreneurship boot camp and five among them will proceed to the final phase.
The final phase will be a live pitching event on March 8, 2022 (the International Womens’ Day). The top three winners will emerge and receive a grant to start their business. These three winners will also pass through a 1month business mentorship from reputable women entrepreneurs. For more information, contact NDW Inclusion Works Project Program Officer, Oluwaseun on 08134696483 or email networkofdisabledwomen@gmail.com.