GIRL EFFECT ACCELERATOR
The world’s first accelerator dedicated to the most powerful force for change on the planet:adolescent girls. The Nike Foundation (co-founders of the Girl Effect) and Unreasonable Group have partnered to launch an intensive two-week program for entrepreneurs leading wildly innovative startups that are positioned to benefit millions of girls in poverty: they are calling it the “Girl Effect Accelerator.” The Girl Effect Accelerator will commence in November 2014, and will connect 10 se... lect ventures with world-class mentors, strategic financing and access to a global network of support. The accelerator aims to rapidly increase the positive impact these ventures already have for girls living in poverty. They are also welcoming 3 entrepreneurs in residence to join the program in an effort to help take their efforts to scale.
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| Date | Company | Article | Money raised |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014-01-21 | Bridge International Academies | Girl Effect Accelerator investment in Venture Round - Bridge International Academies | N/A |
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