Deadline: 12-Dec-21
How can we create a digital world in which the mental health and wellbeing of all youth are respected, nurtured, and protected? If you want to know the answer then register for 2022 Startup Innovation Challenge under the theme “Mental Health & Wellbeing”. This challenge is open to everyone aged between 18-25, regardless of their location, background or experience.
Please Note: This challenge is not finding existing NGOs but youth who have ideas and innovations to create youth-led organizations, advocacy campaigns and other solutions.
The digital transformation of society is happening at a rapid pace yielding many undeniable social and economic benefits: mental health and wellbeing communities and support are more available online, access to information and economic opportunities have improved, as has the use of artificial intelligence to advance the sustainable development goals.
The disruptive and ubiquitous digital ecosystem and attention economy are wreaking havoc on the social, emotional, and developmental fabric of the youngest generations – those born digital. Despite being the most connected, Gen Z is now the loneliest generation in America – eager for authentic friendships and human connections.
LookUp is a “by youth for youth” 501(c)(3) social venture dedicated to helping young people thrive in the digital world.
Solutions
LookUp seeks solutions that:
- raises awareness and connects the dots between the digital media and its impact on youth mental health and wellbeing.
- Provide young people with the tools and resources to find balance and build healthy relationships with technology.
- Use technology to destigmatize mental health and improve access to support services.
Award Information
Grants will be awareded up to $2,500 to cover allowable concept development costs.
Eligibility Criteria
- Is open to everyone aged between 18-25, regardless of their location, background or experience. Individuals or teams may apply.
- You do not need to be located in the United States. However, the majority of Innovation Lab programming will be conducted live, therefore, it is strongly recommended that all team members are based within a reasonable distance of the New York time zone.
Selection Criteria
An informed group of judges will review and evaluate all proposals using the following criteria:
- Innovation: The project represents a next-gen approach that hasn’t been seen before, to solve a real problem.
- Execution Plan: Have you demonstrated that you have taken the time to think through how your idea can be executed and the resources you will need to succeed.
- Commitment to the Mission: They want to know WHY you are interested in solving this global challenge.
- Responsiveness: How well your idea addressed the challenge. And don’t worry – they don’t expect unicorns or silver bullets.
- Uniqueness: They’ll also be looking to see how unique your solution is in the space. They strongly prefer that to be the case. If not, how is your solution a dramatic improvement over existing solutions that are similar?
- Impact: The project is a positive force for good to help reimagine and redesign a digital world in which young people can thrive!
For more information, visit https://lookup.live/startup/global/challenges/1