SELECTION PROCESS
We see the selection process as an opportunity for catalysing partnerships, exploring ideas and for learning. Therefore it is long and can be time consuming, especially for finalists. It’s important to note the finalists will have their time remunerated when working on the Adaptation Plan phase.
CALL FOR PROPOSALS
Pairs of Innovation (IP) and Scale-Up (SP) Partners agree on adapting a programme in a new context.
FIRST SHORTLISTING
March 2021 – April 2021
A first shortlisting is done based on eligibility and evaluation criteria.
Only selected organisations are invited to submit a more detailed application form.
APPLICATION
May – June 2021
SECOND SHORTLISTING
July – September 2021
The second shortlisting has three main stages:
1. An internal panel reviews the applications and shortlists 10 pairs.
2. For the 10 shortlisted pairs:
a) light touch financial and legal due diligence.
b) if needed, additional information is asked.
3. External Advisory Board of experts analyses the 10 shortlisted applications to select the three pairs of finalists.
ADAPTATION PLAN
September – November 2021
Finalists develop the Adaptation Plan, going through an in-depth development process with four components/activities:
1. Field visit to the country they plan to adapt the programme(1).
2. In-depth due diligence process including: financial, safeguarding processes and contacts with references. (2)
3. Mentoring support with Womanity Award Programme Director to work together with IP and SP to refine the Adaptation Plan.
4. Cooperation between finalists projects to enhance their proposals.
Finalists submit the Adaptation Plan.
(1) The field visits and the face to face meeting with the Selection Panel will depend on Covid-19 related travel restrictions and will be replaced by virtual sessions if needed.
(2) Womanity will cover any potential costs related to: 1) Due diligences carried out by external consultants, 2) travel and accommodation costs for the field visits and meeting with the Selection Panel, 3) stipend for the finalist’s time spent developing the Adaptation Plan.
SELECTION PANEL
November – December 2021
Preparation to Panel:
• Partners develop a two-minute film to showcase the work they plan to do together.
• Panel members receive Adaptation Plans, reports and evaluation scorecard.
During the panel:
• Finalists and Selection Panel members meet for face to face presentations, conversations and feedback (1).
Awardees and runners-up are announced.
(1) The field visits and the face to face meeting with the Selection Panel will depend on Covid-19 related travel restrictions and will be replaced by virtual sessions if needed.
(2) Womanity will cover any potential costs related to: 1) Due diligences carried out by external consultants, 2) travel and accommodation costs for the field visits and meeting with the Selection Panel, 3) stipend for the finalist’s time spent developing the Adaptation Plan.