Applications are now open for the World Summit Awards (WSA) Young Innovators 2024. This global competition seeks digital innovations from young people under 26 who are contributing to the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). If you are a young entrepreneur, student, or part of a project team developing revolutionary digital solutions, this is your chance to showcase your work on an international stage.
Program Overview
- Eligibility: Open to individuals under 26 from UN and UNESCO member states
- Product Requirements: Only launched products with local impact; no drafts, ideas, or unfinished projects
- Languages: English for all communications and submissions
- Host: WSA
Submission Guidelines
Submissions can include all mobile and web-based solutions, such as:
- Apps
- Web pages
- Applications for wearables
- Kiosk installations
- SMS-based products
- Games
- Interactive productions
Benefits
Winning the WSA Young Innovators award provides:
- Global Exposure: Pitch your solution to a global network of national experts.
- Networking: Connect with partners, investors, and fellow impact entrepreneurs at the WSA Global Congress in Hyderabad, India.
- Knowledge Sharing: Join a community of thought leaders, innovators, and stakeholders.
- Opportunities: Access unique opportunities through WSA’s global network.
- Local and Global Impact: Learn from global specialists and apply their insights locally.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible, you must:
- Be under 26 years old (born on or after January 1, 1998).
- Be from a UN or UNESCO member state.
- Have a launched product with local impact (previously submitted products with significant changes are allowed).
- Allow WSA non-commercial rights for promotional purposes.
- Ensure the submission adheres to human rights principles and excludes content promoting violence, fraud, racism, or discrimination.
- Submit a complete application following WSA guidelines.
Application Tips
- Explainer Video (Recommended): Provide a short, high-resolution video about your digital solution. It helps the jury understand your innovation quickly.
- Short Description: Write a brief 2-3 sentence description of your solution, its purpose, and the problem it addresses.
- Problem and Solution: Clearly describe the local issue your solution addresses and its impact. Detail how your solution works and its intended results.
- Local Context and Relevance: Explain why your solution is relevant to your local area and its specific impact.
- Stage of Development: Indicate if your solution is established, fully functioning, testing, or in beta. Provide a launch date if in testing or beta.
- Competition and Target Group: Identify competitors and your solution’s unique selling point (USP). Specify your target audience and user base.
- Team and Motivation: Introduce your team, their experiences, governance structure, and advisory support. Explain your motivation and goals.
- Impact and Achievements: Share success metrics and milestones, detailing your solution’s measurable impact and the SDGs it addresses.
- Technology and Testing: Mention any relevant technologies used (e.g., AR, VR, AI). Provide testing information, including login details and navigation tips.
- Sustainability and Business Model: Explain your business’s financial sustainability and long-term viability. Share your business and revenue model details.
How to Apply
To apply for the WSA Young Innovators 2024, follow these steps:
- Visit the WSA Young Innovators application page.
- Read all program details and click on APPLY NOW.
- Complete the online application form and submit all required documents.
Deadline: October 15, 2024
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