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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.
Appliccations are currently being accepted for the Green Youth Champion Awards 2026.Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 23 Apr, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the European Cultural Tourism Network (ECTN) Awards 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 23 Apr, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the MyGov India - Corporate Mitra Logo Design Contest 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 23 Apr, 2026
The Vancouver Heritage Foundation is currently accepting applications for its Robert Lemon Heritage Studies Prize 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 22 Apr, 2026
American College of Cardiology is currently accepting applications for its William A. Zoghbi Global Research Initiative 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 22 Apr, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the ISME/IWA BioCluster Award 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 22 Apr, 2026
ISC-India Sanitation Coalition is currently accepting applications for its Rashid Kidwai WASH Finance Awards 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 22 Apr, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Cartier Women's Initiative Science & Technology Pioneer Award 2027. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 21 Apr, 2026
Elevate Prize Foundation is currently accepting applications for The Elevate Prize for Global Social Impact Leaders 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 21 Apr, 2026
Falling Walls Foundation has opened applications for its Falling Walls Lab Competition Singapore 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 21 Apr, 2026
This program celebrates innovative literacy projects that empower communities and promote multilingual education, while offering both recognition and funding to scale their impact.
Date Posted: 21 Apr, 2026
Applicatioms are currently being accepted for the Nikkei Asia Award for Innovators in Asia 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 21 Apr, 2026
American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) is currently accepting applications for its Early Career Award for Public Engagement with Science 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 20 Apr, 2026
American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) is currently accepting applications for its David and Betty Hamburg Award 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 20 Apr, 2026
American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) is accepting applications for its Mentor Awards 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 20 Apr, 2026
American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) is currently accepting applications for its Philip Hauge Abelson Prize 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 20 Apr, 2026
American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) is currently accepting applications for its John P. McGovern Award Lecture in the Behavioral Sciences 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 20 Apr, 2026
American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) is currently being accepted for the Mani L. Bhaumik Award for Public Engagement with Science 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 20 Apr, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Financial Times/MIGA Africa Sustainable Futures Awards 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 20 Apr, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for The Joe Ushie Poetry Prize 2027. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 18 Apr, 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.