Call for Proposals: Small Business Champions 2025.

 

Competition Overview

The Small Business Champions 2025 competition, organized by the World Trade Organization (WTO), International Trade Centre (ITC), International Chamber of Commerce (ICC), and UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD), seeks innovative ideas that help small businesses participate in and contribute to the circular economy.

📍 Award Ceremony: June 26, 2025 (Geneva, Switzerland)
💰 Prize: $4,000 + Training & Mentorship Opportunities

Who can apply?
✅ Small businesses implementing or scaling sustainable innovations
✅ NGOs supporting small businesses in sustainability
✅ Industry associations and chambers of commerce

Eligible Proposals

📌 Initiatives related to the circular economy, including:
✔ Awareness-raising campaigns, competitions, training, and networking programs
✔ Innovative business concepts that reduce, prevent, or repurpose waste
✔ Clear link to international trade with an action plan

Award Details

🏆 Winners receive:
$4,000 prize from ITC to develop or scale their project
Travel to Geneva for the award ceremony on June 26, 2025 (sponsored by ICC & ITC)
Training & mentoring opportunities tailored to their needs
Global promotion through WTO, ITC, ICC, and UNCTAD

How to Apply

📩 Submit your proposal by March 28, 2025.

📌 Disclaimer: This post is for informational purposes only and does not constitute an endorsement by Agri-web. Interested applicants are encouraged to visit the official websites and portals of this opportunity for complete program details and verified application instructions. Applicants are also strongly encouraged to exercise due diligence before submitting any personal or sensitive information.

To apply for this job please visit www.intracen.org.