We are thrilled to announce that the first phase of our YES Incubator Program—the project application stage—has officially come to a close. It is with great excitement that we move forward into the next phase, where our professional team will carefully evaluate each of the submissions.

We are overjoyed by the tremendous interest and enthusiasm we’ve received, especially given that this is just our first edition. It is truly inspiring to see such incredible projects applying to the YES Incubator Program from all around the globe.

In total, we received 41 project applications from an impressive range of countries: Nigeria, Finland, Poland, the United States, Lithuania, Bulgaria, Romania, Germany, France, Spain, Turkey, Kenya, South Africa, India, China, and Slovenia. It is a testament to the global spirit of innovation and the desire to make a positive impact in the world.

To all the teams and individuals who took the time to apply, thank you! Your dedication, creativity, and passion have truly impressed us. We are excited to delve into the evaluation process and carefully review all the incredible ideas you’ve shared with us.

As we embark on this evaluation phase, please stay tuned. We will be announcing the selected projects soon, and we cannot wait to share with you the innovative initiatives that will be a part of our YES Incubator journey.

Program Schedule

• September 5: Announcement of Shortlist
• September 6-7: Interviews with Shortlisted Candidates
• September 9: Announcement of Results
• September 20: Start of Incubation Program
• November 20: Completion of the Incubation Period
• November 22: Demo Day

Thank you once again for your overwhelming support and interest in our program. Together, we are paving the way for a brighter future, filled with innovation, collaboration, and impactful change.

Stay connected, and watch this space for more updates!

Warm regards,
The YES Incubator Team