Are you a tech startup in need of free legal advisory services? Apply for the Startup Bluebook Program before 21 February 2023
Certa Foundation, a Rwandan-based non-governmental organisation, invites Rwandan tech startups to apply for the Startup Bluebook Program. The two-year residency program is designed to offer successful applicants the following legal services:
- Access to in-house legal services such as legal drafting of policies and contracts, legal advisory work
- Compliance and legal risk mitigation strategy
- Mediation and negotiation training for startup founders and managers
- Access to notary services
- Access to pro bono litigation services where necessary
After the two years of residency, selected startups will provide one (1) lawyer of their choice to undergo training designed for in-house counsels at Certa Foundation.
Interested applicants must fulfil the following to apply:
- Be in business no more than two years at the time of application
- Be registered and operating in Rwanda at the time of application
- Have an aspect of social entrepreneurship
- Have a tax clearance certificate and no pending labour and administrative disputes by the time of application
- Be willing to integrate Environmental Corporate Social Responsibility within the first five (5) years upon establishment
To apply, visit: Application form