The Impact Accelerator Program

Are you part of an organization facing a pressing challenge that can be solved using analytics or AI? The ABW Impact Accelerator is what you are looking for!

Our 14-week program combines expert support from leading academic and industry experts with the tools, skills, and systems that will allow you to continue applying data science long after the program is finished. Your organization could be one of five working alongside a global network of key industry data & AI experts, researchers, and practitioners to co-create solutions to one of your most urgent challenges.  

What are the program goals? 

1. Direct problem-solving – Each organization tackles a critical challenge using analytics or AI in line with their mission and the SDGs. 
2. Sustainable capability strengthening – We not only work with you to address an immediate challenge, but also aim to embed analytics in your strategy and operations, ensuring that data becomes a long-term driver of impact. 

Claim one of our five spots available and accelerate your impact by unlocking the potential of analytics and AI to fulfil your organization’s mission!

Curious if the ABW Impact Accelerator is the right fit for your organization?

Join our Virtual Launch Q&A session to:

• Get an overview of the program’s structure, timeline, and outcomes

• Learn about eligibility (yes, consortiums too!) and expectations

• Explore costs, sponsorships, and support available

• Ask your questions live and connect with the ABW team

Meeting link and passcode will be shared on October 2 at the email address you registered with.

Register now and don’t miss this chance to see how data science and AI can accelerate your mission!

Are you a bold, mission-driven organization ready to take a data-driven leap? Then look no further because the Impact Accelerator Program is for you! 

• You have a pressing and impactful challenge that aligns with your mission and advances the race towards the SDGs .

• You are ready to join forces with a global community of experts and eager learners to achieve your mission with data science and AI. 

• Your leadership champions change through future-forward innovation. 

• You focus on achieving tangible results in low- and middle-income countries. 

• You are able to rally a diverse, multidisciplinary team, uniting leaders, program experts, and data-driven thinkers to take on the journey together.

• You embrace learning and co-creation, with a vision to carry progress forward and sustain impact long after the program ends. 

• You co-create solutions that can be scaled and replicated in other contexts or shared as digital public goods. 

• Applications open: September 25, 2025 
• Deadline: October 24, 2025
• Selection: Rolling basis (early applications encouraged) 
• Program start: January 19, 2026 
• Shortlisted organizations will be invited to a conversation with the ABW team to explore their challenge, readiness, and ambitions before final selection.