Apply for the Facebook Accelerator London Program 2019 for young African Entrepreneurs

September 30, 2019 BusinessTrumpet

Application Deadline: Friday 18th October 2019 at midnight

Welcome to Facebook Accelerator London, at LDN_LAB. Facebook LDN_LAB run a 12 week programme to support talented startups who are building technology to create impact at scale.

LDN_LAB is a dedicated space for startups, located in our London Rathbone office. We leverage the knowledge and experience within Facebook to support the most impactful technology startups across the UK, Europe, Africa, and the Middle East.

For this programme we are especially interested in those on a mission to expand digital connectivity around the globe.

Benefits:

Mentorship

Our pool of employees act as specialised mentors. They include product managers, data scientists, marketers, recruitment specialists, engineers, entrepreneurs and industry experts.

Training & Workshops

We will run 3 bootcamps in London, which include practical workshops in product, engineering, growth, and impact. Startups working to improve digital connectivity will receive travel sponsorship.

Office Space

Free office space at LDN_LAB, based in the heart of our Facebook office.

Facebook Products and Technologies

We have a family of products and technologies geared to help your business grow, and we have deep expertise in connectivity technology.

Community and Connections

Become a part of a vibrant startup and developer community. Access our rich network of global operators, industry and government partners.

Startups

Use pioneering technology to create positive impact on the world

Have a skilled and focused team in place

Demonstrate progress in product, growth and revenue

are interested in learning how to scale their business through Facebook

Partners

We’ve partnered with world-class organisations to bring you the best network and advice. This includes Facebook Connectivity, our division for improving internet connectivity, and Founders Intelligence, a global network of leading tech entrepreneurs and investors.

Key Dates

Applications

Wednesday 18 September – Friday 18th October at midnight.

We will review and select startups for interviews on a rolling basis, and strongly encourage early applications.

Interviews

Monday 28th October – Friday 1st November

Programme Dates

Part 1: Monday 18th November – Friday 13th December

Part 2: Monday 6th January – Friday 28th February

You will need to be available for our bootcamps at LDN_LAB on the following dates;

Bootcamp 1 : 18th – 22nd November
Bootcamp 2: 6th – 10th January
Bootcamp 3: 24th – 28th February

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