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More changemakers are needed to solve some of the world’s most pressing issues and create regenerative futures that improve the well-being of all lives. Earth Company is calling for applications for Impact Hero 2023!
RELEVANT SUSTAINABLE GOALS
Who Are Impact Hero ?
Impact Heroes are visionary leaders that are driven by bottomless passion and resolute determination to make transformative changes in the world. They are not only role models for the next generations, but also have the innate ability to inspire and touch people from all walks of life. Through their work, they aim to achieve paradigm shifts and carve out new, inclusive pathways that truly leave nobody behind and build regenerative futures, beyond sustainability and circularity.
Seven Qualities Of Impact Hero
- Authentic: Integrity and genuineness in the motivation of his/her life work
- Irreplaceable: One-of-a-kind qualities and unique role that cannot be substituted for
- Future-oriented: Aims to realize alternative futures characterized by inclusivity and regeneration
- Passionate: Blazing passion, energy, and conviction that fuels his/her work
- Inspirational: Extraordinary ability to inspire the world through his/her life work
- Leadership: Strong potential to lead his/her community or even country to a brighter future
- Grounded: A role model with deep trust and respect from the community
Earth Company Support
Earth Company provides three years of life-changing support customized specifically to maximize the heroes’ potential.
Eligibility
Open to applicants who are working on projects in countries around the Asia-Pacific region. You are eligible if
- You align with the vision and values of Earth Company;
- You tackle some of the most pressing social and environmental challenges in the developing countries of the Asia Pacific region;
- You have innovative solutions that bring deep impact to a wide range of stakeholders;
- You serve on the leadership team of a social-purpose organization;
- You are committed to the cause long-term;
- You are able to commit a significant amount of time to work with Earth Company’s support team;
- You are able to regularly communicate with the Earth Company team in English by email and online calls.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
- Earth Application form
- A video statement (up to 1 min in length) answering the following question : Why should you be Earth Company’s next Impact Hero ?
- Why should you be Earth Company’s next Impact Hero ?
- Tell us your story and convince us !
Video statement can be recorded on whatever device you have available to you, e.g. your mobile phone. Please upload it to YouTube or google drive and share the link in the application form.
Please note that any video longer than 1 min will not be considered.
Acceleration Program For All Finalists
During the selection process, the committee will shortlist *7-10 finalists*, from which will emerge the Impact Hero Winner. In addition to the winner, Earth Company is committed to maximizing the value and impact of the finalists in order to create a collective of changemakers that will learn, develop, and grow as regenerative leaders. This is why since 2021 Earth Company has banded together the Impact Hero winner and finalists, to join Earth Company’s *Lead-to-Regenerate Changemaker Program*.
For more information, visit Impact Hero or email us at [email protected]
Deadline has been extended to September 18, 2022 ( 9 pm / JST GMT+9)
The article was initially published on 1st September 2022.
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