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Contests are competitive events for individuals to showcase their talents, ideas, and projects for a chance to win prizes, recognition, and funding. These opportunities are open to a wide range of participants, from high school students to seasoned professionals, and even entrepreneurs who are eager to challenge themselves and gain visibility for their work.
Find a curated list of updated contests and competitions from around the world here.
Application are currently being accepted for the Hack2skill AI Builder Cup Scholarship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 03 Sep, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Youth for Sustainable Policy (YSP) Global Policy Brief Competition 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 02 Sep, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Green Africa Youth Organization (GAYO) - Uganda Climate Innovation Challenge 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 02 Sep, 2026
Nominations are currently being accepted for the Canada Small Business 100 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 01 Sep, 2026
Tara For Women is currently accepting applications for its Tara's Circle 2026 for Women Entrepreneurs. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 29 Aug, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the American Kennel Club 2026 AKC Photo Contest. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 28 Aug, 2026
Minderoo Foundation is currently accepting applications for its Create Without Limits: Minderoo Artist Fund 2027. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 27 Aug, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the IPhyC Competition 2026 Global Online Physics Challenge. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 27 Aug, 2026
Khaled bin Sultan Living Oceans Foundation is currently accepting applications for its Science Without Borders® Challenge 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 26 Aug, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for its Growth Alliance - Training and Pitch Competition for Food and Agriculture 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 26 Aug, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Miami Law & AI (MiLA) Lab AI, Law & Ethics Research Awards 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 25 Aug, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the NASA Space Apps Challenge 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 24 Aug, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Emerald Publishing Indigenous Voices Case Writing Competition 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 21 Aug, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Compost Research & Education Foundation (CREF) International Compost Awareness Week Bookmark Contest 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 21 Aug, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the World Health Organization (WHO) Global youth competition on influenza and COVID-19 prevention and Control 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 21 Aug, 2026
Insect Week is currently accepting applications for its Royal Entomological Society Photography Competitions 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 21 Aug, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Global Logic and Reasoning Competition 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 20 Aug, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Pulitzer Center Center Writing Contest 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 20 Aug, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Oppenheimer Memorial Trust - New Frontiers Research Award 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 20 Aug, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Diller Teen Tikkun Olam Awards 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 19 Aug, 2026
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.