🚀 SDG Sprint 2025

Asia-Pacific accelerator for early-stage startups driving impact through green and digital SDG solutions — culminating in a Demo Day in Seoul.

🔍 Quick Snapshot

Organizer: UNDP, Youth Co:Lab & Citi Foundation
Opportunity Type: Impact startup accelerator + Demo Day
Demo Day Location: Seoul, South Korea
Deadline: 3 August 2025
Open To: Startups from Asia-Pacific, including Malaysia

💡 About the Accelerator

The SDG Sprint 2025 is a regional accelerator empowering early-stage impact startups across Asia-Pacific. Organized by UNDP Seoul Policy Centre in partnership with Youth Co:Lab and the Citi Foundation, the program supports solutions aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through mentorship, investor readiness, and pitch training — culminating in a live Demo Day in Seoul.

✅ Who Can Apply?

Early-stage startups (post-ideation stage)
Founders or team leads must hold nationality from an Asia-Pacific country
Working prototype or pilot solution available
Solutions must address environmental or inclusion challenges
Malaysians are eligible

🏆 Awards & Benefits

One-on-one mentorship and impact coaching
Investor readiness training + networking access
Live pitching opportunity at Demo Day in Seoul
Potential follow-on funding and grant awards

📝 How to Apply

Visit the application portal: Apply Here
Prepare materials including:
- Investor-ready pitch deck (PDF, English)
- Business & impact model tied to SDGs
- Team bio, traction, and financial background
Submit by 3 August 2025
Selected teams will be invited to online pitching & mentorship phase
Finalists travel to Seoul for the Demo Day