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We are excited to announce this
Applications The Next Billion Fellowship Program is now open!
What is the Next Billion Fellowship Program?
The Next Billion Fellowship Program is a search for stories – tangible human stories that illustrate how Ethereum is helping communities address the challenges they face.
Be it that Implementing digital badges and wallets for millions of Scouts around the worldcreated More efficient and affordable crop insurance for smallholder farmers in Kenyaor Exploring the role of decentralized systems during humanitarian crises in SyriaEach colleague’s story helps us see Ethereum’s role in human society, not as an abstract technology, but as a tool for solving real problems and creating meaningful change.
During the six-month program, we provide project funding, mentorship, access to our network, and exposure opportunities.
Applications are open!
If you are ready to join our next group (Group #5), Please apply by January 12, 2025.
Applications received after this date will be considered for the subsequent cohort (Cohort No. 6). Learn more about the program and our graduates here.
For more information and to apply, click here!
Timetable
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November 2024 – January 12, 2025: Application is open; Renewed applications will be considered after January 12 for the sixth group, with interviews conducted on a rolling basis.
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January 2025 – April 2025: Reviewing applications for the fifth batch and continuous review of the sixth batch.
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April 2025 – October 2025: Fellowship Program Cohort 5 and ongoing review of Cohort 6.
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September 2025 – March 2026: Fellowship Program Cohort 6.
Want to know more?
Join one of two Office Hours during the application period to get more information:
- December 11, 2024, 07:00 UTC
- 8 January 2025, 15:00 UTC
Register here to attend any of the office hours sessions
We hope to hear from you soon!
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Next Billion Team
