ELISA Scholars Training Session
Call for Applicants for the 2021 ELISA Scholars
27-29 APRIL 2021 | HWANGE, ZIMBABWE
How to apply:
1. Complete the online Scholar application form
2. Setup your Gateway profile on the ELISA portal
3. Login to the Gateway, add a project and intro video
Start of the call for applicants for the 2021 cohort of Scholars
Application deadline and Scholar selection period begins
Announcement of the 2021 ELISA Scholars cohort
We host the 2021 ELISA Scholars training session and ELISA Summit
Who may apply
High potential founders of Africa focused startups or entrepreneurs with bold new business ideas or commercially viable innovations are eligible to apply. We welcome applicants of any age, sector and gender from anywhere in the world. The company or business idea must be based in Africa, have a focus on Africa or operate in Africa.
How are ELISA Scholars selected?
Scholar selection for each cohort is carried out by a committee of representatives designated by the ELISA Advisory Council. Applicants are scored using a rubric based on predetermined criteria. The final scores are used to determine Scholar selection. An interview is arranged with each of the top scoring candidates before the scholarships are awarded.
When will know my application status?
Applicants are notified within 30 days after the application deadline.
How do ELISA Scholars benefit?
The ELISA Summit schedule will be continuously updated with info about speakers and topics.
Be part of something bigger
ELISA is an initiative of ICPD, the International Center for Professional Development, a 501c3 non-profit organization based in the United States. The aim of the ELISA Scholars program is to discover, connect and grow high potential Africa focused entrepreneurs who are redefining Africa’s future and creating jobs on the continent.
have a question?
For more information email us: scholars@icpdprograms.org