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The Iris Project

In partnership with Global Greengrants Fund, the Iris Project will build a global community of young people working to protect and restore their local natural environment. As well as enabling action through the annual Iris Prize, we will connect young people from around the world to share learnings, provide support and advocate for change. An Advisory Board sits at the heart of the Iris Project, made up of young leaders from around the world, our board members will identify candidates for the annual Iris Prize, and provide peer-to-peer mentorship to prize winners. They also sit at the centre of the Iris Project community - connecting like-minded prize winners and applicants as they fight to protect the natural world.

Growth Trajectory

The Iris Project can expand its reach by extending its network of nominating partners and panelists globally. It could further develop its capacity-building programs, tailoring them to specific project needs. Supporting projects that leverage technology to address climate change and nature loss will drive innovation and attract more applicants.

Technical Challenges

Supporting projects with innovative technological solutions for nature restoration.
Ensuring scalability of supported projects.

Tech Stack

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Team Size

Advisory Panel
Youth Advisory Panel
Nominating Partners Network
Judging Panel

Key Risks

Competition for funding within the environmental philanthropy sector.
Ensuring the safety and well-being of prize winners, especially in high-risk regions.
Dependence on donations and partnerships for sustainable funding.
Overcoming circumstantial barriers preventing young people from advocating for change.

Opportunities

Expanding the network of nominating partners to increase global reach.
Supporting projects with innovative technological solutions for nature restoration.
Developing stronger partnerships with organizations focused on youth, environment, and indigenous communities.
Scaling established projects through the Iris Prize and related programs.
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