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Embark on the 9th edition of SLINGSHOT, a global deep tech startup competition from Singapore to the world, and make the pitch of a lifetime in the presence of key industry leaders and a global audience of investors.
Date Posted: 13 Jun, 2025
Girl Up India invites you to GIRL TANK — a two-day virtual pitch competition where shortlisted participants will present their ideas for climate action to a panel of expert “Sharks.”
Date Posted: 13 Jun, 2025
Now in its fifth year, the competition seeks to bring together the brightest minds in technology innovations
Date Posted: 12 Jun, 2025
The BGV Pitch program flips the traditional pitch experience on its head: we coach entrepreneurs, host a live crowdfunded pitch competition, and connect you to community and professionals to support you on your journey.
Date Posted: 12 Jun, 2025
These internationally acclaimed prizes recognize and support innovative city strategies, projects and ideas that can make an impact on citizens’ lives and turn our cities into better places to live.
Date Posted: 12 Jun, 2025
The Do You Fellowship is a high-impact business growth accelerator program designed for entrepreneurs who are scaling fast and aiming high.
Date Posted: 12 Jun, 2025
It Takes A Village is ATV’s commitment to leveling the playing field for underrepresented founders, especially women, Black, Latinx, and other marginalized entrepreneurs.
Date Posted: 11 Jun, 2025
Canada's biggest small business contest is back, and they’re looking for owners who have Made it in Canada
Date Posted: 10 Jun, 2025
AgriBlue.AI bridges the gap between farmers and AI innovators to revolutionise agriculture and aquaculture, ensuring a resilient and regenerative food system.
Date Posted: 10 Jun, 2025
The Chartered Institute of Personnel Management of Nigeria (CIPM) is inviting undergraduates in Nigerian tertiary schools to take part in its 2025 essay competition.
Date Posted: 10 Jun, 2025
Applications are open for the Women & Gender Constituency Gender Just Climate Solutions Awards 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 09 Jun, 2025
The Tata Transformation Prize leverages the exceptional potential of scientists in India to address critical national challenges in three categories—Food Security, Sustainability, and Healthcare—and generate improved quality-of-life outcomes across India and beyond.
Date Posted: 09 Jun, 2025
The PROTEGO Accelerator aims to develop and implement innovative solutions to collect, sort, recycle, and reuse plastic waste which have a high potential to be scaled up and replicated across the region.
Date Posted: 09 Jun, 2025
The SustainE Young researchers Award aims to recognize and reward outstanding research in sustainability by young scholars.
Date Posted: 07 Jun, 2025
The United Nations Development Programme is seeking applications for Global Plastics Innovation Programme to support innovative solutions to address plastic pollution in Nigeria
Date Posted: 07 Jun, 2025
Social Shifters Global Innovation Challenge is designed to give young impact founders a platform; providing project funding, unique leadership learning, and exclusive exposure through some of the worlds biggest brands.
Date Posted: 06 Jun, 2025
The Llama Impact Accelerator Program is a regional program supporting startups building impactful solutions with Llama. Apply now!
Date Posted: 06 Jun, 2025
Pitch2Win 5 Competition is a startup discovery engine designed to spotlight promising and interesting startups.
Date Posted: 06 Jun, 2025
Applications are open for TechCrunch's Startup Battlefield 200. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 05 Jun, 2025
This competition invites talented illustrators and video creators to create artworks centred on the theme of climate change.
Date Posted: 05 Jun, 2025
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.