The SA Champions Network: Sponsored Membership Track

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To enable exceptional South African talent — innovators, social entrepreneurs, creatives, and young leaders — to access the SA Champions Network even if they cannot afford the standard membership fee. This ensures the network remains inclusive, diverse, and impactful while maintaining its value for paying members.

1. Demonstrated impact or potential in their field (social, creative, entrepreneurial, or innovation-driven).
    
2. Alignment with the SA Champions Network mission: contributing to South Africa’s prosperity, innovation, or social upliftment.
    
3. Willingness to actively participate in network initiatives (events, mentorship programs, content contributions).
    

• Duration: 6–12 months, renewable based on contribution and engagement.
   
• Benefits:
   
  • Access to network leaders, events, workshops, and mentorship opportunities.
     
  • Opportunity to be featured in Talent Spotlights for sponsorship and funding opportunities.
     
  • Collaboration opportunities with network projects or initiatives.
     
• Expectations:
   
  • Engage actively in at least one network initiative per quarter.
     
  • Share updates, successes, or ideas with the network.
     
  • Demonstrate commitment to the network’s mission and values.
     

• Sponsored talent memberships are funded by network partners, corporate sponsors, or philanthropic supporters.
   
• The network may also facilitate mentorship and funding matches between paying members and talented members.
   

1. Submit an online application form highlighting achievements, impact, and alignment with the SA Champions Network mission.
    
2. Applications reviewed by the Talent Selection Committee (comprising network leaders).
    
3. Selected candidates invited to join under the Talent Access Membership track.