We are pleased to inform you about the Idea Competition of “Co-Creation × Innovation Program ‘QUEST,'” hosted by JICA and operated by the Deloitte Japan.
“QUEST” is a program that facilitates matching and co-creation between diverse domestic and international actors to tackle social issues, while supporting the creation of co-creation projects and Proof of Concept (PoC) initiatives. Selected projects will receive up to 3 million yen in PoC funding, along with hands-on support from JICA and experts. (Approximately 10 projects are expected to be selected).
Co-creation projects involving two or more parties are eligible to apply, even at the idea stage.
We look forward to receiving applications from those interested in co-creation with domestic and international actors!
■ Idea Competition
Please refer to the following details to submit your co-creation ideas. (Deadline: Monday, June 23, 11:59 PM JST)
Application Guideline (English)
Application Form (English)
■ Overview of QUEST
Objective:
To support the resolution of social issues through co-creation and innovation among various actors.
Eligible Participants:
Private Sector (large corporations, SMEs, startups)
Academia (universities, technical colleges, research institutes)
Civil Society (NGOs)
Public Sector (government agencies, local governments)
Support Provided:
- Facilitation of strategic matching among the aforementioned companies/organizations to develop co-creation projects.
- Conducting an idea competition to select co-creation business projects.
- Implementation of Proof of Concept (PoC) initiatives and funding support of up to 3 million yen per project
- Development of exit strategies（Consideration of fundraising plans）
■ Program Flow
- Matching events to connect various actors
- Idea competition to select co-creation projects (Approximately 10 projects to be selected)
- PoC implementation in target countries
- Consideration of exit strategies (Consideration of fundraising plans）
■ Contact Information
If you have any questions, please contact us at the following:
QUEST Secretariat: quest@tohmatsu.co.jp
Office Hours: 9:30 AM – 6:30 PM
(Weekdays only, Japanese and English support available)