UNICEF Technovation Entrepreneurship Program for Young Women

Overview

The UNICEF and Technovation Entrepreneurship Program for Young Women is a 12-week accelerator program designed to support young women aged 19-24 in Nigeria and other participating countries to build and launch AI-powered businesses. The program aims to equip participants with practical skills in AI, entrepreneurship, product development, and business modeling.

Benefits

Participants will receive mentorship, expert-led training, peer learning, and access to a global network. The top 10 teams will receive $10,000 USD in equity-free funding, and the top 25 teams will get continued post-program support. Scalable business ideas addressing real-world challenges in sectors like education, health, climate, financial inclusion, and social impact will be supported.

How to Apply

Applications are currently open via the provided link.

Deadline

March 4, 2026