Want to join the JES Programme?
To register for the Justice Entrepreneurship School, fill the following form.
Eligibility Criteria
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Majority of the startups’s operations are in Kenya -
The startup is a social enterprise or for-profit with a business model. -
The Startup has sustainable revenue streams. -
The startup is preventing or solving a specific pressing legal problem. -
The startup has an existing product, service, or prototype
Selection Criteria
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Having a team of at least 2 people (preferably co-founders), where the team shares a drive for justice impact. -
A solution that meets the needs of those with unmet legal needs who struggle to access effective, easy to understand, affordable and accessible means to prevent or resolve their legal problems -
An MVP (Minimal Viable Product) -
The startup has potential and intention to scale.
Application for JES 2026 Kenya Cohort
Applications for Kenya are now Open. Deadline is 15 May 2026
What you stand to gain
Bootcamp
A three day residential boot camp delivered by industry specialists.
Coaching
Coaching sessions and mentorship on topics of your choice.
Grant funding
A chance to win non-equity grant funding at the end of the programme.
Certification
Certification and a learning platform for self-service.