SDG 6 Lead2030 Challenge Powered by Reckitt (US$50,000 in funding, fully-funded to Germany)
Are you a young social entrepreneur working in Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH)?
Reckitt is searching for innovative solutions aimed at increasing access to clean water, sanitation, or hygiene in communities or countries around the world.
Apply Now! Entrepreneurs have the opportunity to partner with Reckitt for 12 months of mentorship, receive up to US$50,000 in funding, and attend the One Young World Summit in lovely Munich to amplify their impact.
About the Challenge
The Lead2030 Challenge for SDG 6 aims to tackle the pressing issues surrounding global water, sanitation, and hygiene access.
Despite the recognition of these as basic human rights, progress toward SDG 6 is significantly lagging.
Currently, 2.2 billion people lack access to safe drinking water, and 3.5 billion lack safely managed sanitation facilities.
Additionally, over 419 million individuals still practice open defecation. School-aged children are disproportionately affected, with nearly half of schools worldwide lacking essential handwashing facilities, which has serious implications for public health.
Reckitt’s commitment to improving WASH conditions is evidenced by its collaborations with NGOs and local communities.
Through partnerships with organizations like Water.org, Reckitt has successfully enabled over 2.4 million people to gain access to clean water or sanitation facilities.
Since 2019, the Lead2030 SDG 6 challenge has supported 11 WASH entrepreneurs and is eager to expand its impact in 2025 by prioritizing initiatives focused on children and women/girls.
Challenge Criteria
To be eligible, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Aligned: Clearly aligned with the SDG 6 indicators.
- Youth-led: Founded by an individual aged 18-30.
- Focused: Have a clear plan for implementation and scaling, pinpointing key stakeholders and beneficiaries with reasonable outcomes.
- Proven: Solutions should currently be piloted, implemented, or scaled.
- Impactful: Demonstrate a positive social impact, such as promoting health or generating educational or job opportunities.
- Measurable: Clearly measurable societal impact.
- Financially Viable: Capable of achieving sustainability through generated resources, investments, or donations.
- Scalable: Potential for growth by expanding in scope, size, or entering new regions.
Prize Details
The winning solution will receive the following:
- Sponsorship to attend the One Young World Summit 2025.
- A US$50,000 grant from Reckitt.
- 12 months of mentorship from Reckitt professionals to support the acceleration of the winning solution.
Timeline
- 17 April 2025: Applications open.
- 26 May 2025: Applications close.
- 28 May 2025: Shortlisted candidates confirmed and invited to submit Round 2 applications.
- 6 June 2025: Round 2 application deadline.
- 16 – 19 June 2025: Finalist interviews.
- 26 June 2025: Challenge winner confirmed.
How to Apply
To apply, young social entrepreneurs are encouraged to submit their innovative solutions and contribute to the global movement for enhanced water, sanitation, and hygiene access.
Join Reckitt in working to ensure equitable access to clean water, sanitation, and hygiene for all! Your innovation could change lives.
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