Caribbean Innovation Leaders Academy: Empowering Regional Talent through U.S.-Jamaica Partnerships
The Caribbean Innovation Leaders Academy is a six-month leadership and innovation initiative by The University of the West Indies, Mona, funded by the U.S. Embassy Kingston.
Marking the 250th anniversary of the United States of America, the programme will equip 50 emerging Caribbean STEM leaders with hands-on training, expert mentorship from Jamaica and the U.S., and seed funding to build technology-driven solutions for real-world regional challenges.
Who Can Apply?
We are selecting 50 participants who are ready to innovate and collaborate across disciplines. Applicants must be:
- Studying or working in Science, Technology, Engineering, Health, Entrepreneurship, or related fields.
- Passionate about developing technology-enabled solutions to address challenges in Jamaica and the wider Caribbean.
- Available to actively participate in the six-month programme, team prototyping, and community outreach.