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What is the SDG School?
SDG School is an amazing learning opportunity where people like you, from different backgrounds, come together to tackle important community problems. Here, you’ll not only learn about the global goals for a better world, but you’ll also receive the support and connections to kickstart your own projects for a more sustainable future. Apply to the program and join us in making a positive impact!
Ages 16+ | No age or discipline barrier
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Application Cycle
SDG School is an application based process and open for anyone above 16 years. You do not need to have a specific background to apply for the program.
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Framework
The program is divided into 2 parts where you are put in a diverse team and given tools and mentorship to create solutions for problems around you.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where & when is SDG school taking place?
The first part of the program will be held from 5th – 16th Feb 2024 in an experiential online format consisting of team work, presentations, workshops, mentorship and more. Scheduled Monday through Friday, 5.00 -8.30 PM IST.
The second part is an Acceleration Program hosted in Mumbai in Mar 2024. This will be a physical residency and will have select teams to build on and prototype their solutions.
What is the application deadline and fee?
Program Fee (Deadline) : INR 9500 + GST (need and merit based scholarships available upto 90%)
Early deadline : 31st December 2023
Late deadline : 31st January 2024
What does early deadline and late deadline mean?
The SDG School intake is an application based process. Anyone 18 years and above can apply for the program. We do not have any prerequisites, but it’s a subjective application form accounting for eligibility and invitation.
The early deadline will be for those considering scholarships. Post the early deadline we will not be offering scholarships.
What happens if I am selected for the program?
If selected, you will be assigned to a team (4-5 people) that will comprise multidisciplinary participants. Through the journey of the program you will together identify a problem statement and prototype a solution for it by the end of 10 days together as a team. This journey will take you through various forms of interactions and exposure on how to work together, new concepts of innovation and design, plethora of mentors and experts and a systematic knowledge processing to think and act differently.
What will I make?
A tangible solution prototype for a specific user group along with your interdisciplinary team
What are the benefits of participating in the program?
- Opportunity to work in cross cultural teams and learn from diverse perspectives
- Get early access to a network of organizations & partners working on social impact & SDGs
- Solving real world problems & hands on learning
- Mentorship & facilitation by experts in the field of sustainable development
- Be part of global tribe & community of changemakers
- International Exposure & Career Advancement
- Certificate by UNESCO, UNDP & Maker’s Asylum
- Potential opportunity to come to Mumbai for the Acceleration Program
Will all participants get to be a part of the acceleration residency?
No. Only select teams will get an opportunity to be part of the Acceleration Program in Mumbai at the Museum of Solutions.
Will the acceleration residency have additional costs to participants?
No. There is no additional fee for the Acceleration Program. Only stay will be provided for qualifying participants in Goa. Travel will be something that you will have to take care of.
Location, timings and upcoming batch?
- Live Experiential Online
- Weekdays 5pm IST – 8:30 pm IST
- 5th -16th Feb 2024
If I have a startup, will this program be like an accelerator / incubator?
No. This is a learning program to help you go out of your comfort zone and address challenges related to the SDGs. You will be put into new groups and interact with unknown peers from across the world to challenge your status quo and learn new ways of social innovation.
Will I have lifetime alumni access?
Absolutely! SDG School is one large family and a safe space to do more in the future. It’s a starting point to your sustainability journey.
Will I be required to do any coursework apart from class hours?
You will have some pre program reading to do apart from attending the sessions over the 10 days. We recommend you go through the same in order to be better prepared for the program.
Is there a certificate that I upload to my LinkedIn on completion?
Yes there is a certificate of completion issued by for the program provided you have participated and contributed on all days of the program.
Past Mentors & Experts
Senior Director, UC Berkeley
Director, Learning Planet Institute
Founder, Needlab & Obama Leader
Professor, University of Cambridge
Chief of Education, UNESCO
Founder SECMOL & HIAL
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