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The United Nations Development Programme is seeking applications for Global Plastics Innovation Programme to support innovative solutions to address plastic pollution in Nigeria
Opportunity Details
The United Nations Development Programme is seeking applications for Global Plastics Innovation Programme to support innovative solutions to address plastic pollution in Nigeria.
This open call for proposals by the Global Plastics Innovation Programme (GPIP) seeks to support these grassroots change agents. Whether you are developing an eco-friendly material, running a community reuse initiative, redesigning packaging, or piloting a new policy tool — your idea matters. They are looking for unconventional, early-stage solutions rooted in local realities, designed with users in mind, and focused on scalable, inclusive, and sustainable impact. Applicants can focus on one innovation area or can propose multi-sector solutions.
SECTION 1: WHO YOU ARE
Name of your organization, group, or innovation collective:
Where are you based? (LGA, State)
Are you registered? (Provide details)
Your mission in one sentence:
Describe your team in 3 words:
Tell us your origin story. (How did your team or group start? Max 150 words)
SECTION 2: YOUR INNOVATION
What’s the boldest idea you’re testing or dreaming up to address plastic waste? (Max 250 words)
Which of these innovation types best fits your solution? (Select all that apply)
Material innovation
Product/Design innovation
Business model innovation
Tech/data-driven innovation
Governance or systems innovation
Innovative financing (e.g., circular credit, EPR)
Who is your solution designed for? (Be specific — not just “youth” or “communities”)
What’s the biggest insight you’ve learned from the people you are designing for? (Show us you’ve listened)
Describe a moment where you tested, failed, or pivoted your idea. What changed? (Max 150 words)
SECTION 3: IMPACT, INCLUSION & POTENTIAL
What specific local plastic problem is your solution addressing?
How does your work include:
Women:
Youth:
People with Disabilities:
Indigenous or underserved groups:
3. What does success look like in 12 months? Clearly outline the expected outputs and outcomes of their proposed solution (Paint a picture of the future you’re working toward in 200 words)
4. What kind of support (beyond funding) would help you grow this idea?
Technical support
Design mentorship
Data or research access
Market access
Policy engagement
Other: ___________
SECTION 4: TIMELINE & RESOURCES
When would you be ready to start if selected?
How will you structure the execution of your solution?
How much grant will you require (between $10,000 - $20,000)?
Do you have any co-financing, in-kind support, or partners already involved?
How will you utilise the seed investment?
SECTION 5: YOUR TRACK RECORD & SYSTEMS
Do you have previous experience running similar projects? (If yes, share links or brief summary in 200 words)
How will you document your journey and share what you learn? (200 words)
Do you have any collaborators, co-creators, or partner organizations? (List and state their contributions/how you work together)
This is a funded opportunity
For early-stage not-for-profit innovators, CBOs, and social impact organizations, community-based organisations tackling plastic pollution.
Applications must be submitted via email ONLY to: [email protected]
The subject line of the Proposal should read: "NIGERIA-PLASTIC INNOVATION PROJECT-[ORGANIZATION NAME]”
For further inquiry, please contact [email protected].
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