27 November 2024
India Habitat Centre, New Delhi
About India Leaders for Social Sector (ILSS)
ILSS aims to build the leadership talent and capacity that India’s social sector needs in order to create catalytic impact at scale. ILSS works towards this through capacity-building programs which equip social sector leaders with the skills to strengthen their work and organisations, building stronger networks and connections across organisations and increasing visibility and access to information and voices within the sector.
About India Women’s Leadership Conference (IWLC)
The India Women’s Leadership Conference is being hosted by ILSS on 27 November 2024 at the India Habitat Centre, New Delhi. IWLC is a platform to recognise and celebrate the trailblazing efforts of women who have broken barriers and defied stereotypes in their respective fields, and inspire the next generation of leaders to pursue their aspirations with confidence and determination.
The event also offers a unique opportunity to showcase the transformative power of collective action and collaboration. Through interactive sessions, masterclasses, fireside chats, and panel discussions, attendees will engage in meaningful dialogue, learning, and idea exchange. These engagements are designed to create supportive ecosystems where women can thrive and build communities dedicated to championing gender equality.
What is Pitch Fest?
The Pitch Fest is hosted by the ILSS Centre of Excellence for Fundraising to provide an opportunity to nonprofits with innovative project ideas to present their idea to an esteemed jury.
This edition of the Pitch Fest is open for nonprofits working on SDG 5: achieving gender equality and empowering all women and girls.
Each selected finalist will be making a 5-minute live presentation to the jury. The presentations will be judged on the concept (focus on innovation and impact), collaterals (presentation), and delivery.
What the Pitch Fest can do for you and your organisation
Prizes
Winner
- Cash prize of INR 50,000 for the winning organisation
- Direct entry to the Pitch Fest finale at IFRC to be held on 5-6 February 2025, with a chance to win additional prizes
- Learning Grant worth INR 20,000 for an ILSS program of choice (subject to eligibility and selection criteria, valid for 18 months)
- Complimentary pass to IFRC 2025, to be held on 5-6 February 2025
Runner Up
- Cash prize of INR 25,000 for the organisation
- Learning Grant worth INR 10,000 for an ILSS program of choice (subject to eligibility and selection criteria, valid for 18 months)
- Complimentary pass to IFRC 2025, to be held on 5-6 February 2025
Pitch Fest Timelines
NOTE: The winner will have the opportunity to participate in the Pitch Fest Finale at the India Fundraising Conference (5-6 Feb 2025)
Eligibility and Guidelines
- The winner of IWLC Pitch Fest will be provided a complimentary pass for IFRC to participate in the finale
- Presenters at IWLC must be willing to attend IFRC in New Delhi on 5-6 Feb 2025 for the Finale, if announced the winner. The presenter may not nominate someone else from their team to present at IFRC.
- Applicants to IWLC Pitch Fest may not apply again for the Pitch Fest at IFRC 2025. This includes individual applicants and the organisations they represent. Applications received from IWLC applicants for IFRC Pitch Fest will be considered ineligible.
Application Process
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