Deadline: 15 October, 2024

Open to:  The WSA Young Innovators Award is open to any entrepreneur, company, student group, or project team with at least one of the founding members and the majority of the team members under the age of 26 (born on or after January 1, 1998). Participants must be citizens of any UN member state.

Benefits:  Fully funded and offers numerous benefits, including global recognition, mentoring, and networking opportunities.

Description:

The WSA Young Innovators is a special recognition within the World Summit Awards framework, dedicated to young social entrepreneurs under 26 years of age who use digital innovations to contribute to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs). The award highlights and promotes local digital solutions with a significant societal impact, fostering an environment of creativity and innovation among young people.

Eligibility:

• Open to young citizens of all UN member states.
• At least one founding member and the majority of the team must be under 26 years of age (born on or after January 1, 1998).
• Eligible projects must utilize digital technologies to address the UN SDGs.

Scholarship/ Awards:

• Fully Funded.
• Invitation to the WSA Global Congress in Hyderabad, India.
• Opportunity to present their projects to a global audience.
• Access to a global network of experts, mentors, and peers.
• Recognition as part of a prestigious global awards program.

How to apply?
Applications can be submitted online.

For more detailed information, visit the official website.