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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.
Applications are currently being accepted for the Future Generation Art Prize 2027. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 27 May, 2026
YY Ventures is currently accepting applications for its Social Business Design Competition 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 27 May, 2026
YY Ventures is currently accepting applications for its Social Fiction Design Competition 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 27 May, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Residence Supply Research Contest 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 27 May, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Meaning Business 100 (MB100) Award Programme 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 27 May, 2026
Applications are currently accepting applications for its Moonshot Awards 2026 for Changemakers. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 27 May, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for The Arts Family (TAF) Curator Award 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 27 May, 2026
Council of Europe has opened applications for its Democracy Hackathon 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 27 May, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Women of the Future Programme Awards Southeast Asia 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 26 May, 2026
Federation of Uganda Social Enterprises (FUSE) is currently accepting applications for its Social Enterprise Awards 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 26 May, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Hubert Butler Essay Prize for European Essay Writing Excellence 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 26 May, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Art on Climate International Illustration Competition for Climate Action 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 26 May, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the World Health Organization (WHO) Public Health Champion Award 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 26 May, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Dawn Project Climate & Health Challenge 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 26 May, 2026
The Arts Council / An Chomhairle Ealaíon is currently accepting applicatiosn for its Literature Bursary Award for English Language 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 25 May, 2026
Applications are currently accepting applications for its Koninklijke Nederlandse Akademie van Wetenschappen (KNAW) Early Career Award 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn moore about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 25 May, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Queen Elizabeth Prize for Engineering 2027. Interested applicants are enciuraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 25 May, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Call for Code Global Challenge for AI tech solutions 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 23 May, 2026
Applications are currently accepting applications for the KPMG Private Enterprise Global Tech Innovator Competition 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 22 May, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Flusche & Fitzgerald Law Student Scholarship Contest 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 22 May, 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.