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Applications are open for the F. M. Kirby Prize for Scaling Impact 2025. The F. M. Kirby Prize for Scaling Impact is an annual global prize of USD $150,000 in unrestricted funds that amplifies and accelerates the work of an enterprise working to scale its impact on social or environmental problems around the world. Apply now!
Date Posted: 25 Nov, 2024
Is your startup developing nutrition-based solutions that help women stay physically and mentally fit during their adult life? Apply for the Nestle R+D Accelerator Women's Health Challenge 2025.
Date Posted: 25 Nov, 2024
Applications are ongoing for the 11th Istanbul Photo Award 2025 for Photographers. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 23 Nov, 2024
The Rachel Tanur Prize for Visual Sociology, sponsored by the Social Science Research Council (SSRC), is accepting applications for 2025. The prize honors students in the social sciences who utilize visual analysis in their research and aims to encourage students to use photography as a visual medium for studying and understanding social issues.
Date Posted: 23 Nov, 2024
Applications are open for the Action for Nature International Young Eco-Hero Awards 2025. Action For Nature (AFN), a non-profit organization, created the International Young Eco-Hero Awards to recognize and reward the successful individual environmental initiatives of young people ages 8 to 16. Apply now!
Date Posted: 23 Nov, 2024
SustainE in collaboration with participants of the Alexander von Humboldt foundation's 2024 Humboldt Residency Programme are inviting submissions for a special issue on Bridging Power and Knowledge: Addressing Global Imbalances in Knowledge Systems for Sustainable Futures. The project is the result of a collaboration between participants of the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation's 2024 Humboldt Residency Programme and SustainE. Apply now!
Date Posted: 21 Nov, 2024
Applications are open for the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC) Storytellers Challenge 2025. Click here to learn more about this contest and apply for it.
Date Posted: 20 Nov, 2024
Applications are now open for the One Young World Academy Global Health Program. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 20 Nov, 2024
Applications are open for the European Union Short Film Competition for Nigerian Filmmakers 2024. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 19 Nov, 2024
Applications are open for the Burning Heroes Africa Product Managers Contest 2024. Burning Heroes PM Contest is a worldwide case-solving contest for ambitious product managers of any domain. Apply now for this opportunity!
Date Posted: 19 Nov, 2024
Applications are open for the Varkey Foundation Global Teacher Prize 2024. The Global Teacher Prize is a US $1 million award presented annually to an exceptional teacher who has made an outstanding contribution to their profession. Apply now and stand a chance to win $1 million!
Date Posted: 18 Nov, 2024
Applications are open for the Giving Tuesday #YouthGive Africa Contest 2024. The #YouthGive Africa Contest is an exciting opportunity for young Africans (ages 14-29) to share their personal stories of generosity and community impact on a global platform. Apply now!
Date Posted: 18 Nov, 2024
Applications are open for the Jemila Abubakar Memorial Essay Competition 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 18 Nov, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025 develoPPP Ventures Ideas Competition. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 15 Nov, 2024
Ready to innovate? Global Resilience Partnership (GRP) and the International Centre for Integrated Mountain Development (ICIMOD) have partnered to launch the Hindu Kush Himalaya Innovation Challenge for Entrepreneurs (HKH-ICE) 2025. Apply now!
Date Posted: 15 Nov, 2024
Are you a young changemaker passionate about sustainability and innovation? Applications are open for the Mediterranean Youth Water Hackathon 2025. Apply now!
Date Posted: 15 Nov, 2024
Applications are open for the United States African Development Foundation (USADF) Off-Grid Energy Challenge 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 13 Nov, 2024
Applications are open for the Zenith Bank Startup Pitch Competition 2024. This initiative is designed to discover and accelerate the growth of innovative Nigerian startups across sectors such as Fintech, AgriTech, Health Tech, E-commerce, and more. Don't miss this opportunity to elevate your startup!
Date Posted: 13 Nov, 2024
Applications are open for the European Landowners Land and Soil Management Award 2024/2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 13 Nov, 2024
Nominations are open for the Dr Andreas Schild Memorial Mountain Prize 2024. ICIMOD is seeking to find champions of nature in the region, reward their work, and accelerate their impact by raising their profile, through their annual Dr Andreas Schild Memorial Mountain Prize.
Date Posted: 13 Nov, 2024
1. Sony World Photography Awards
• Host: World Photography Organisation
• Field: Photography
•Representation: A leading photography competition that recognizes the best in contemporary photography. Categories include professional, open, youth, and student.
• Prizes: Cash prizes, photography equipment, and international exhibitions. The overall winner (Photographer of the Year) receives a $25,000 prize.
2. The Queen's Commonwealth Essay Competition
• Host: The Royal Commonwealth Society
• Field: Writing and Literature
• Representation: The world's oldest international writing competition for young people, it encourages creativity and critical thinking on global issues relevant to the Commonwealth.
• Prizes: Winners receive a trip to London for a formal awards ceremony, laptops, and participation in international cultural exchange programs.
3. The Global Citizen Prize
• Host: Global Citizen
• Field: Social Impact
• Representation: Recognizes individuals who have made significant contributions to ending extreme poverty and addressing major global challenges like inequality, climate change, and public health.
• Prizes: Winners receive financial support to continue their advocacy work, and there are various subcategories with differing prize amounts and recognition.
4. Imagine Cup
• Host: Microsoft
• Field: Technology and Innovation
• Representation: A technology competition where students create
software applications that tackle a wide variety of challenges. The contest encourages innovation and problem-solving using Microsoft's technology stack.
• Prizes: Cash prizes up to $100,000, mentorship opportunities, and a chance to showcase projects at global tech conferences.
5. One Young World Essay Competition
• Host: One Young World
• Field: Global Leadership and Advocacy
• Representation: This competition targets young leaders who propose solutions to pressing global challenges such as climate change, inequality, and education reform.
Prizes: Winners receive a fully-funded trip to the annual One Young World Summit, where they meet global leaders and network with fellow changemakers.
6. MIT Solve Global Challenges
• Host: MIT Solve Initiative
• Field: Innovation and Entrepreneurship
• Representation: Solve offers a platform for innovators to present solutions to some of the world's most pressing challenges, such as healthcare, education, and economic prosperity.
• Prizes: Over $1 million in funding is available, with winning teams receiving support from MIT, mentorship, and networking opportunities with industry experts.
7. World Robotics Olympiad (WRO)
• Host: World Robot Olympiad Association
• Field: Robotics and STEM
• Representation: WRO is an international robotics competition that engages students in building and programming robots to complete specific tasks.
• Prizes: Trophies, medals, and scholarships for top teams, with opportunities to showcase at global tech events.