The World Bank Group Youth Summit Competition offers young people the opportunity to engage with the most urgent issues their generation faces, while bringing together thousands of participants from across the globe.
The World Bank Group Youth Summit offers full support for US Visa, travel to Washington, and accommodation for successful applicants as well as a nominal stipend for the required duration.
Scholarship Summary
- Host Country: USA
- Category: Competitions
- Eligible Countries: All Countries
- Reward: Full Sponsorship | Living Stipend | Travel Costs | Accommodation
- No IELTS Required
- Deadline: January 26, 2025
Scholarship Details
The Youth Summit is the World Bank Group’s largest annual event for youth (ages 18-35) worldwide. It will be held on May 19-20, 2025, featuring activities and engagements both at the World Bank Group headquarters in Washington DC, and across various regions.
This year, the World Bank Youth Summit Competition will center on innovation in climate action, digital transformation, and the creative industries.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for this competition, applicants must:
- Be between 18 – 35 years old, on the date of the application deadline.
- Each team member should be from one of the World Bank Group member countries.
- Provide solutions that address at least one of the three thematic pillars (Data Driven Transformation, Climate Action & Resilience, Empowering Change through Creative Industries). Cross-thematic and scalable solutions across more than one pillar are also accepted for consideration.
- Applications must be received before January 26th, 2025, 11:59 pm
Scholarship Benefits
Successful applicants of the competition will receive:
- Travel expenses, including lodging and a nominal stipend for up to three nights, will be covered by one representative per team.
- The representative is required to obtain a valid U.S. visa for their travel. Other team members can participate in the event through the virtual platform.
- The opportunity to pitch to potential investors, get tailored mentoring, and receive admission into the inaugural World Bank Group Youth Summit Alumni Network, as well as other virtual and in-person initiatives to elevate the finalists’ stories and solutions throughout the World Bank Group network.
Available Programs
Here are available Programs for the World Bank Youth Summit Competition:
- Digital Transformation & Data: Discover how youth leverage technology, including AI and big data, to drive economic growth, bridge the digital divide, and create a future-ready labor market.
- Climate Action & Resilience: Explore innovative solutions for green technologies, smart cities, and sustainable agriculture, showcasing how young leaders can combat climate change while creating job opportunities.
- Creative Industries: Highlight the role of arts, media, and fashion in fostering employment, social and economic change, promoting sustainability, and preserving cultural heritage.
How to Apply
To apply for this competition:
- Visit the program’s webpage.
- Create an account on F6S and fill out the correct details.
- Applications must be received before January 26th, 2025, 11:59 pm EST
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