This article is sponsored by the Infosys Foundation
Over the past decade, India has witnessed an unprecedented blend of economic growth and social values, with rapid growth in social innovation in areas such as healthcare, education and women’s empowerment.
The 3rd edition of the Alohan Social Innovation Awards celebrates those social innovations that have contributed to India’s transformation and inspires others to create a similar or greater impact at scale with an innovative spirit. I hope
The nomination process for the Aarohan Social Innovation Awards 2023, presented by the Infosys Foundation, the philanthropic and CSR arm of Infosys, has begun and will end on March 12, 2023. Everything you need to know about the application process is here.
About the Alohan Social Innovation Awards
The award seeks individuals, teams, NGOs and social enterprises who have devised technology-based solutions that have the potential to bring about large-scale change to people and communities. These solutions should focus on her three categories: education, healthcare and women’s empowerment. The Infosys Foundation will commit up to Rs 5 million per winner, making the total prize pool Rs 20 million for her.
How can I apply?
- Applicants must be Indian citizens over the age of 18 and residing in the country.
- Interested applicants should visit the Aarohan Social Innovation Awards website and submit an entry describing their work in the form of a video that can be uploaded.
- The deadline for submissions is March 12, 2023.
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- Entries must be fully functional prototypes or finished projects, not just concepts, ideas or mockups.
- Submissions will be judged on the following criteria: Possibility of application and expansion to social problems or needs. Using innovative technology with a focus on sustainability. originality of ideas; usability and quality of presentation;
The Infosys Foundation has always demonstrated a strong commitment to social issues largely overlooked by society and has opportunities to enhance India’s development through platforms such as the Aarohan Social Innovation Awards.
“The Infosys Foundation’s main focus area is to accelerate social innovation and improve the lives of the Indian masses. transforms ideas and passions into impactful, award-winning solutions that have the potential to drive real change at scale,” said Sunil Kumar Dhareshwar, Executive Director, Infosys Foundation. I’m here.
Visit this link to submit your application now!