The Swiss Re Foundation Entrepreneurs for Resilience Award recognises entrepreneurial initiatives that contribute to building resilient societies and realising the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. While resilience is the core theme of this annual programme, its specific focus changes from year to year.
The 2019 Award focuses on improving healthcare for underserved communities. We’re looking for business-minded organisations that leverage technology to successfully tackle the behavioural, knowledge, financial and/or other barriers to such households’ access to healthcare solutions – from prevention to treatment. The attached document gives you more details about the scope and process of the competition.
The award comprises a financial grant from the Swiss Re Foundation and, depending on the nature, scope and needs of the enterprise, non-financial contributions such as coaching and technical advice from Swiss Re employees and experts.
Three finalists pitch their ventures face-to-face to an independent award jury of senior Swiss Re experts, academic representatives and selected Swiss Re clients. The total prize money of USD700000 is divided among the winner(which receives up to USD350000) and the two runners-up.
How to apply
To apply for the 2019 Entrepreneurs for Resilience Award, complete the online questionnaire about your enterprise by 9 November 2018, 24.00 CET. Only applications completed in English and submitted by this deadline will be considered.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact swissrefoundation@swissre.com.
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