3MTT Innovation Challenge: Empower Your Community and Win Big!
Welcome Tech-Savvy Nigerians of the 3MTT Program!
The Federal Government’s 3 Million Technical Talent program is proud to announce an exciting Innovation Challenge for Cohort 1 fellows. This is a golden opportunity to use your tech skills for social good, win amazing prizes, and impact your community positively.
Key Highlights of the Challenge
- Purpose
If you’re driven to solve real-world problems using technology this challenge is tailor-made for you. Create tech-based solutions for social issues affecting Nigerian communities. - Prizes
The prize pool is N6 million with six winners each getting N1 million to kickstart their solution. - Beyond Money
Winners attend a prestigious boot camp in Lagos for training and mentorship. It’s a chance to meet experts, learn business skills, and get your innovation off the ground. - Investment and Recognition
At a demo day, present your ideas to potential investors. A great chance to get funding, network, and elevate your social enterprise. - Skill Enhancement
Winners get scholarships for LinkedIn and Azure, boosting your professional profile with industry certifications. - Stay Connected
Enjoy free internet routers and 500GB data to keep your project moving smoothly.
Who Can Join?
Open to all in Cohort 1 of the 3MTT program. Apply solo or form a team of up to 5.
Application Guide
- Identify a Need
Look into social issues like education healthcare environmental sustainability or agriculture. Pick one where you can make a difference. - Community Engagement
Talk to communities or conduct surveys. Understand their challenges to tailor your solution. - Match Skills with Issues
Make sure your tech skills align with the chosen issue for a viable impactful solution. - Define the Problem
Be clear about the issue its impact and the need for a solution. - Prepare Your Pitch
Make a 3-5 minute video explaining your solution and its potential social impact. Keep it engaging and informative. - Submit
Apply online by March 25 2024. Don’t miss this chance!
FAQs
- What issues can I address?
You’re free to tackle any social challenge like education healthcare agriculture or environmental protection. Pick an area where you can have a real impact. - Do I need social entrepreneurship experience?
No experience needed. Just a willingness to use tech for good and a desire to impact positively. - What support will I get?
Access to a boot camp workshops and resources to help develop your solution. - What’s next after the challenge?
Winners get funding mentorship and connections with investors for lasting social impact.
Seize the Opportunity
This is more than a competition. It’s a chance to be a changemaker. Apply to the 3MTT Innovation Challenge now. Show your skills win rewards and empower your community!