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Brainforest Opens 6th Venture Program To Accelerate Nature-Tech Startups

Brainforest has launched the 6th edition of its Venture Program, a 10-week accelerator designed to support startups advancing solutions in biodiversity, forests, and ecosystem restoration.

The programme focuses on four key innovation areas:

  • AI & Data for Nature Intelligence
  • Regenerative Agriculture & Soil Health
  • Monetizing Biodiversity
  • Deep-Tech for Ecosystem Restoration

Selected startups will benefit from individual coaching, strategic business model support, and access to Brainforest’s global network of experts and investors (NGOs, unicorn founders, impact investors).

In addition, one to two teams per cohort will be awarded $125,000  for a 7% equity stake in the selected company.

How to Apply

Applications are now open at brainforest.global/venture-program

  • Programme duration: 10 weeks
  • Funding opportunity: $125,000 equity for one to two selected teams
  • Application deadline: 1 September 2025

For questions or further details, applicants can contact Brainforest at gl@brainforest.global

About Brainforest

Brainforest is a venture studio and accelerator dedicated to developing scalable solutions that protect and restore the world’s forests and biodiversity. Working at the intersection of entrepreneurship, science, and finance, the organisation connects innovators with resources, networks, and capital to accelerate systemic change in the field of nature and climate.

FEM 3.0 Opens Free International Leadership Programme For Girls Aged 13–18

Overview

Applications are open for FEM 3.0, a free international online programme for girls aged 13–18, run by the Kateryna Biloruska Foundation. The programme is designed to help participants build confidence, communication, leadership, AI and digital skills, creativity, personal branding, and financial literacy.

The FEM – Future Empowered Minds initiative is a leadership programme for teenage girls, providing a safe and inspiring space to develop leadership qualities, connect with peers and become active participants in society.

Benefits

FEM 3.0 will combine online learning, mentor support and practical project work. Participants will develop their own projects with mentor support and present them at the final FEM Summit 3.0. The programme focuses on skills that go beyond the classroom, including confidence, communication, leadership, AI and digital skills, creativity, personal branding and financial literacy.

The FEM programme page also highlights training in public speaking, problem-solving, storytelling, conflict resolution, digital literacy, AI tools, and project management, alongside teamwork, peer connection, and participation in social, environmental and volunteer projects.

Participants will also gain access to an international community, mentors and experts, and will receive FEM gifts and a certificate.

Who Can Apply

The programme is aimed at girls aged 13–18. The FEM page describes the initiative as designed for teenage girls in Cyprus, including Cypriot girls from low-income or single-parent families, as well as talented young women from other countries with strong motivation and a desire to grow.

Applicants should have a strong motivation to grow, a willingness to learn, and fluency in English.

How To Apply

Applications close on 5 September, and FEM 3.0 starts on 21 September.

Applicants should apply through this link.

About The Kateryna Biloruska Foundation

The Kateryna Biloruska Foundation runs programmes designed to support young people, leadership development and social impact. Its FEM initiative focuses on helping teenage girls gain the skills, confidence and support network needed to unlock their potential.

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