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    India is at the cusp of change. While we tackle the challenges that we face, there is a growing community of change agents who want to solve these challenges. Our program on social entrepreneurship and innovation is designed to augment this community’s understanding and ability to bring change.

    • WHO SHOULD APPLY?
    • Social entrepreneurs in the early stage of their ventures
    • Corporate representatives who handle the CSR/social vertical of the organization
    • Part-time social entrepreneurs who want to become full-time
    • Grassroots workers who wish to formalize and scale-up their initiatives
    • Young professionals who want to move from corporate to social entrepreneurship
    • College students who aspire to become social entrepreneurs
    • PROGRAM OUTCOMES
    • Understand the dynamics of business and social development
    • Learn practical skills to build and grow a social enterprise
    • Identify opportunities for meaningful impact
    • Connect with a like-minded community for a life-long support

    Applications are on a rolling basis. The program is designed for a limited cohort size, therefore, it is recommended to apply early. The selection is based on a telephonic interview. Applications for the first round will close on 15th April 2021.

    The fee is ₹ 25,000 for working professionals and ₹ 15,000 for students, inclusive of accommodation and meals. Scholarships are available and will be awarded based on the interview.

    To apply, please fill the form below and you will receive an email with details about the telephonic interview.

      SESSIONS

      The program is delivered through workshops, mentor interactions, lectures, case studies, visits, and peer-to-peer sessions. The program is hands-on and interactive. It is expected that the participants contribute to the sessions for peer-learning.

      An indicative list of sessions is provided below. The exact schedule is under preparation.

      Lecture

      Foundations of Social Enterprise

      Lecture

      Understanding Society

      Workshop

      Business Modeling

      Lecture

      The Business of Social Good

      Workshop

      Ikigai Framework of Purpose

      Lecture

      Foundations of Leadership

      Workshop

      Strategy

      Workshop

      Marketing

      Lecture

      Team Building for Social Work

      Workshop

      Proposal and Report Writing

      Panel Discussion

      Life of a Social Entrepreneur

      Workshop

      Legal Affairs

      Workshop

      Planning for Scale

      Panel Discussion

      Funding and Growth Opportunities in the Social Sector

      Workshop

      The Pitch

      Project

      Designing the Social Enterprise

      Case Studies

      The live case studies are spread throughout the bootcamp.

      Mentorship

      Idea Validation, Growth, Partnerships, Fundraising

      AFTER THE BOOTCAMP

      • Connect with peers and mentors for on-going support
      • Pitch for venture funding and grants through Rishihood network
      • Refresh the bootcamp through videos and the reading material
      • Engage with the larger Rishihood community