About Zero Project Scaling Solutions
Advancing innovative solutions for disability inclusion
New Partner Announcement!
EnAble India joins Zero Project Scaling Solutions as programme partner:
Global partners and impact
A track record of successful replication
The programme formerly known as “Zero Project Impact Transfer” was first initiated in 2018 by the Essl Foundation and Fundación Descúbreme in collaboration with Ashoka, the network of the world’s leading social entrepreneurs. During that time, the programme supported more than 60 innovations from 26 countries. Although replications typically happen in a medium-term perspective, one third of participants have successfully replicated their innovation within two years’ time.
Strengthening future impact
The programme was rebranded as Zero Project Scaling Solutions in 2023 to act as a global catalyst for disability inclusion.
The 2023/2024 Cycle focused on Inclusive Education and ICT. In addition to the Essl Foundation and Fundación Descúbreme, it was joined by Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) from Germany, the multinational IT company Atos, and Inclusive Creation, an IT consultancy firm based in Norway. Indian NGO EnAble India joined the programme partners in 2024.
For the 2024/2025 Cycle, the programme design was further improved based on learnings and feedback from the previous cycle, with each of the partners "championning" three innovators - called Scaling Solutions Fellows. Throughout the programme cycle partners will provide advice and expertise, and connect Scaling Fellows with their vast networks.
Designed to scale
Scaling Fellows
Over the course of a programme cycle, 15 selected innovations - called Scaling Fellows - receive individualized scaling support, as well as training, mentoring, networking, and visibility to further replicate their innovations and impact in other geographies in collaboration with local scaling partners.
The goal is to support these initiatives in their replication, match them with relevant scaling partners, and connect them with the Alumni Community and experienced Advisors.
Programme design
The programme is designed to transfer and advance outstanding innovations for people with disabilities to new countries and regions. This overall objective is realized by supporting 15 innovations for persons with disabilities worldwide in their scaling or replication process.
Are you interested in joining Zero Project Scaling Solutions as an Advisor?
Help shape outstanding innovations for disability inclusion, and empower sustainable replication of proven solutions in new countries and regions.