Create a company or an organization that addresses a current social problem in Barcelona which is self sustaining and empowering “young students”
The event consists of a 1 month competition between different teams of 4 students each, where the objective is for them to create a self sustaining company, start up or organization that addresses a current social problem in Barcelona.
During this month there will be 4 on campus events, which will consist of a set of different workshops and talks related to the event’s theme. Through these on campus activities the participants will have the chance to learn and grow both personally and professionally. Besides, teams will have a chance to choose a mentor each week to help tackle the problems they are facing. Teams can also participate in online talks every week to learn more about Impact Startups from professionals in the ecosystem.
The Phases
4 team members: The objective is to create a project with the intention to solve a local/ national/ international problem.
Week 1
Sunday, April 14th
Team Building Introduction Activities
Workshop
Focus week activities
Week 2
Saturday, April 20th
Workshop
Sunday, April 21st
Workshop
Focus Week Activities
Week 3
Sunday, April 28th
🎤 Final Gala
Speakers
Mentors
Participant Information
Teams
The event will be made of 10 teams of 4 people
Fees
Event participation incurs a 10 euro participation fee (payable upon acceptance of application)
Language
Event is hosted in English and all formal communication including deliverables will be done in English. Our staff also speaks several languages should the need arise.
Winning Prize
Winning teams will get a spot to present at the IdeaUp final Gala in front of a pool of investors. They will also receive tickets for the annual forum of the Ship2B fundation and tickets for one day of “Impact Investment Days” from Esade Center of Social Impact