QUESTIONS.
QUESTIONS
Is it really free?+
Yes. Joining BY18 is free. No card, no catch.
Who can apply?+
Anyone aged 14 to 18 who is serious about building something. You might already have a business, or you might know you want one and not know where to start yet. Both are welcome. What we look for is hunger, not results.
Do I need to live in Cape Town?+
No. The online community is open to all of South Africa. The in person meetups start in Cape Town.
Why do you ask for a parent's details?+
Because our members are under 18, we need a parent or guardian to agree before we keep your details. We only use them to manage your application and membership, and we never sell or share them.
How do you keep it safe?+
Every member is reviewed before they get in. Any guest or older speaker only talks to members in group spaces and at events, never one on one. Anyone who breaks the rules is removed.
When will I hear back?+
We review applications in batches. If you're accepted, we'll message you on WhatsApp or email.