{"id":22800,"date":"2024-07-23T11:59:33","date_gmt":"2024-07-23T11:59:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/presspay.ng\/news\/?p=22800"},"modified":"2024-07-23T11:59:36","modified_gmt":"2024-07-23T11:59:36","slug":"call-for-applications-wfp-innovation-challenge-up-to-us100000-equity-free-funding","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/presspay.ng\/news\/call-for-applications-wfp-innovation-challenge-up-to-us100000-equity-free-funding\/","title":{"rendered":"Call For Applications: WFP Innovation Challenge (up to US$100,000 equity-free funding)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Every year, we host multiple WFP Innovation Challenges in search of game-changing innovations that deliver relief, foster, resilience and end hunger.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Over 309 million people are facing acute levels of food insecurity in 2024 in the 123 countries with WFP operations. The convergence of multiple crises \u2013 conflict, extreme climate patterns and economic shocks \u2013 is driving hunger, eroding livelihoods, and entrenching vulnerabilities especially in the worst hit food crisis countries.\u200b\u200b These multifaceted crises have made food inaccessible for millions of people, placing significant strain on WFP\u2019s operations. We encourage people to apply innovative ideas that support WFP\u2019s operation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You could either apply for topic-specific cohorts or submit your project to be reviewed on a rolling basis. The application will automatically be considered for future programs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Eligibility Criteria:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n