Applications are currently being accepted for the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) Gender Champions Programme 2027 in Switzerland. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
About ITU Gender Champions Programme
The ITU Gender Champions programme recognises and supports emerging women leaders advancing digital transformation and inclusion — ITU Gender Champions is for young women using technology to create positive change in their communities. The programme selects up to four outstanding young women (18–25) to participate in AI for Good Global Summit 2027 in Geneva and to receive potential support for community projects.
Benefits of ITU Gender Champions Programme
- provides opportunities for young women changemakers to amplify their impact, strengthen their leadership, and connect with a global network of experts, policymakers, and innovators.
- Selected Gender Champions will have the opportunity to participate in the AI for Good Global Summit 2027 in Geneva, Switzerland, taking place from 21 to 25 June 2027.
- Subject to sufficient available funds, they may also receive support to implement or strengthen a community-level project advancing women’s and girls’ digital inclusion, access, skills or empowerment.
ITU Gender Champions Programme Requirements
- Are you a young woman using technology to create positive change in your community, country, or region?
- For its first cohort, the programme will support up to four outstanding young women leaders (18-25 years old), who are driving meaningful change through technology and digital innovation.
- Whether you are championing digital skills, expanding connectivity, developing innovative solutions, supporting online safety, advancing AI for social good, or advocating for inclusive digital policies, we encourage you to apply.
Application Date and Process
- Applications are now open for the inaugural cohort of ITU Gender Champions.
- Complete the application form:
- Before applying, please review the programme documentation.
Application Deadline
15 November, 2026
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