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The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are a set of 17 global objectives crafted by the United Nations in 2015 under the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. These goals are a clarion call to eradicate poverty, preserve the environment, and ensure prosperity worldwide. Encompassing a broad spectrum of interconnected challenges like poverty eradication, gender equality, sustainable economic growth, climate action, and access to quality education and healthcare, the SDGs provide a comprehensive framework for progress. Each goal is accompanied by specific targets and indicators to gauge advancements toward achieving them by 2030. Serving as a roadmap for collaboration among governments, businesses, civil society organizations, and individuals, the SDGs aim to forge a more sustainable and equitable future for humanity and the planet. Microsoft's Entrepreneurship for Positive Impact programs support entrepreneurs working on one or more of the UN SDGs.

We prioritize collaboration with Social Entrepreneurs and Digital Natives who are deeply committed to driving meaningful change. When evaluating program suitability, we assess several key factors, including the strength of the technology solution and its potential impact, the presence of clearly defined methods for measuring social impact, efforts to supporthistorically under-resourced communities within the applicant's region, team diversity, and engagement with local social issues. While we support entrepreneurs working on any of the UN SDGs, we look for alignment with our core focus areas, namely Quality Education (SDG 4), Decent Work and Economic Growth (SDG 8), Climate Action (SDG 13), and Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions (SDG 16). These criteria ensure that our program fosters ventures that not only demonstrate innovation but also contribute significantly to addressing pressing global challenges and promoting sustainable development.

Absolutely! Our programming is open to entrepreneurs from all industries. We enthusiastically welcome applicants from diverse sectors who are passionately committed to driving positive change and integrating social and environmental goals into their business endeavors. Whether your venture operates in technology, healthcare, education, or any other field, if you're driven by a desire to make a meaningful difference, we encourage you to apply to our programs.

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Entrepreneurship for Positive Impact is dedicated to empowering entrepreneurs who are driving positive change. The initial step to becoming part of the Entrepreneurship for Positive Impact community is through joining the Founders Hub. This hub facilitates startups in significantly accelerating innovation by granting access to industry-leading AI services, expert guidance, and crucial technology required to establish a resilient startup.
Entrepreneurship for Positive Impact enhances this support framework to enable entrepreneurs to amplify their positive impact.

The Entrepreneurship for Positive Impact Program stands stands as our flagship initiative, open to any technology-centered social enterprise for application through the Microsoft for Startups Founders Hub, ensuring access to a global community of like-minded innovators. Applications undergo continuous review, ensuring opportunities for engagement throughout the year. When applying on Founders Hub make sure you select that your business qualifies as "social impact" to ensure your application reaches us.

The Entrepreneurship for Positive Impact Accelerator program is a 12-month cohort-based initiative, facilitating close collaborations with strategic external partners and driven positive impact entrepreneurs leveraging technology to address significant challenges.
Stay tuned for the upcoming announcement regarding the next call for applications.

While the Entrepreneurship for Positive Impact Program offers long-term accessibility, the Entrepreneurship for Positive Impact Accelerator provides personalized support over a one-year period.
Stay tuned for the imminent announcement regarding the next call for applications for the Accelerator.

To apply for the Entrepreneurship for Positive Impact program, organizations can follow these simple steps:

Sign up for Microsoft Founders Hub.
During the completion of the application, indicate if your startup is focused on social impact and aligns with one or more of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Upon completion of the application, your organization will be reviewed by the Microsoft's Entrepreneurship for Positive Impact team, and you'll be notified of acceptance if successful.