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Are you a young person between the ages of 18 and 35? The UNESCO Global Youth Hackathon 2025, which aims to equip youth to address issues in today's digital information landscape, is currently accepting applications. To learn more and submit an application, interested candidates can follow this link.
Date Posted: 25 Aug, 2025
Are you a journalist passionate about international business and trade? Do you strive to bring clarity and insight into the complexities of global commerce? If so, the Hinrich Foundation Award for Distinguished Reporting on Trade could be your perfect opportunity. This prestigious award recognizes and celebrates exemplary journalism that advances public understanding of international business and trade.
Date Posted: 23 Aug, 2025
Now in its 15th year, the Mitacs Innovation Awards will spotlight eight exceptional innovators - from students and professors to start-ups and business partners - whose groundbreaking work is made possible through partnerships with Mitacs. Mitacs is committed to building strategic partnerships, deploying top talent, and addressing pressing challenges through inclusive innovation designed to position Canada as a global leader.
Date Posted: 23 Aug, 2025
Startups and organizations who operate at the nexus of creativity, technology, and entrepreneurship are urged to apply for the D4D Hub Creative Economy Challenge & Award 2025. For additional information about this opportunity, Click here.
Date Posted: 22 Aug, 2025
Applications are open for the Energy Mentors "Power the Community" International College Design Competition 2026. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 21 Aug, 2025
Are you 15-35 years old,with a drive to promote environmental conservation?Applications are open for the Young Environmentalist Innovative Challenge (YEIC). Click here to apply and learn more about the opportunity.
Date Posted: 21 Aug, 2025
Application are open for the Poker Power x IFW "Power Play" Small business Grant 2025. Click here to apply and learn more about this opportunity.
Date Posted: 21 Aug, 2025
Are you a Nigerian Enterpreneur into Agribusiness,Healthcare,Education and Recycling? Then you should apply for the Regis Ohia Foundation Enterpreneurship Grant.Click here to learn more and apply for it.
Date Posted: 21 Aug, 2025
Are you a young professional,between the ages of 18 to 35 years old? This is a call to apply for the 10th Africa Energy Innovation Competition. Click here to learn more and apply for it.
Date Posted: 21 Aug, 2025
Applications are open for the Al Environmental Footprint Measurement Hackathon 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 20 Aug, 2025
Applications are open for the Future for Religious Heritage Photo Competition 2025. Whether you have a passion for photography or simply enjoy taking beautiful pictures during your holidays, this is your chance to share it with an international community of heritage lovers and win a prize for it.
Date Posted: 19 Aug, 2025
Heirs Insurance Group is calling on all senior citizens between the ages of 50 - 75 years old, who are retired or about to retire from professional service to engage in the Heirs Insurance Retirement Dream Competition 2025.
Date Posted: 19 Aug, 2025
Nominations for the 2026 International and Global Health Awards are due by 11:59 pm PDT on October 1, 2025.
Date Posted: 18 Aug, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025 UNESCO-UNEVOC Skills in Action Photo Competition. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Aug, 2025
Wege Prize is an annual competition that ignites game-changing solutions for the future by inspiring college/university students around the world to collaborate across institutional, disciplinary, and cultural boundaries to redesign the way economies work.
Participants contend for $65,000USD in total cash prizes with innovative solutions that are powered by human-centered design, underpinned by a shift to renewable energy, and built on the three core principles of the circular economy.
Date Posted: 15 Aug, 2025
Applications are open for the IGH-BCCWH Seed Grant Competition 2025-2026. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 15 Aug, 2025
The African Futures Conference is the continent's premier platform to explore and amplify African-led foresight. In 2025, they invite policymakers, analysts, researchers, young changemakers, and foresight practitioners to engage in two days of bold thinking, rigorous analysis and practical collaboration.
Date Posted: 15 Aug, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025 Jacaranda FM Her Perfect Pitch. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 15 Aug, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025 ACT Foundation’s Changemakers Innovation Challenge. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 14 Aug, 2025
Applications are open for the Melamoon Pitch Competition for Black Businesses 2025. Melamoon is more than a pitch competition- it's a capital-powered launchpad for Black founders. Backed by FACE Coalition and Black Ambition, this national initiative is designed to spotlight, support, and scale bold ideas rooted in culture and community.
Date Posted: 13 Aug, 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.