By Nneka Nwogwugwu
The Blockchain Accelerator Programme of the UN Sustainable Development Goals is accepting applications to support blockchain-powered solutions to tackle development challenges.
Entrepreneurs and startups with a focus on blockchain can apply. The benefits include $1.5 million in post-acceleration grants and 4 months of training and mentorship to help you pilot and scale your blockchain solution for global development impact.
Others are access to UNDP & EMURGO Labs expertise, ecosystem exposure, and the opportunity to launch your solution within UNDP-supported contexts and showcase its potential for cross-sector adoption and multi-chain support.
Who qualifies?
You qualify if you have a working minimum viable product or a pilot-ready one within, but not limited to, sustainable development, governance and policy, financial inclusion and digital payments, supply chain and logistics, and digital identity.
Others are climate action, decentralized finance, blockchain coding expertise, and being open to collaborating with development experts and public-sector stakeholders.
When to apply
Apply on or before May 8th, 2025
How to Apply
The UN Sustainable Development Goals' Blockchain Accelerator Programme is seeking applications from entrepreneurs and startups specializing in blockchain technology aimed at addressing developmental challenges.
Successful applicants will receive benefits including $1.5 million in post-acceleration grants, four months of training and mentorship, access to UNDP & EMURGO Labs expertise, and opportunities to implement their solutions within UNDP-supported contexts.
Eligible candidates should have a working minimum viable product or be pilot-ready in areas such as sustainable development, governance, financial inclusion, supply chain logistics, and more.
Applicants must be open to collaboration with development experts and public-sector stakeholders. Applications are due by May 8th, 2025, and further details can be found by visiting their website.
