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Apply hereSelection Process
The Accelerator has a phased selection process to allow sufficient time for solutions to prepare for each phase and submit their application. Applications will be reviewed in Phase 1 and shortlisted solutions will be invited for the next two phases of the process.
Phase 1
Expression of Interest
- Organisations fill out the application form expressing their interest for the Accelerator
- Accepting applications till - 15th January 2023
Phase 2
Cohort-specific proposals
- Shortlisted organizations submit cohort-specific proposals for evaluation
Phase 3
Pitch to Accelerator Technical Committee
- Organisations invited to pitch their proposals to Accelerator Technical Committee for final selection
Who Should Apply
The Accelerator is an exciting opportunity for organizations - both for-profit and not for profit, and both Indian and international, that have a technology-led learning solution which
- Is designed to serve children in the age group of 4-10 years with a focus on at least one of the foundational literacy and numeracy ages/grades (i.e. grades 1-3 or ages 6 to 8 years)
- Focuses on foundational literacy and/or numeracy skills
- Has a product instance built for use on an Android phone
- Is designed to enable learning at home for children
- Has presence in India (either independently or through partnerships)
Cohort Eligibility
The Accelerator cohorts are designed such that organizations will focus on solving specific anchor challenges. Organizations need to meet specific eligibility criteria to become part of a particular cohort. During Phase 1 of the selection process, organizations can declare a preference for their cohorts. During Phase 2 of the selection process, organizations (basis eligibility criteria) in a consultative manner select a cohort to design their detailed proposals against.
Scale
Eligibility
Have been able to engage their users
Have evidence that supports their impact on learning outcomes in low-income households in India
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Engagement
Eligibility
Have been able to scale their solution
Have existing evidence that supports their theory of change
2
Product Contextualization
Eligibility
Have users globally, but committed to contextualising their solution for low-income households in India
Have evidence that supports their impact on learning outcomes anywhere in the world
3
Sustainability
Eligibility
Have been able to scale their solution
Have existing evidence that supports their theory of change
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