Application Deadline: 15 May 2020 UNCCD invites you to mobilize the youth to take care of land as part of the solution to climate change. The incredible power and deep concern …
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Application Deadline: Varying by Country ClimateLaunchpad is the world’s largest green business ideas competition. Our mission is to unlock the world’s cleantech potential that addresses climate change. The competition creates a …
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Allard Prize for International Integrity (“Allard Prize”) Photography Competition 2020 (CA$1,000)
by OFAby OFAApplication Deadline: May 1st 2020 The bi-annual Allard Prize Photography Competition, which recognizes photographic excellence reflecting the ideals of the Allard Prize, is adjudicated by the Allard Prize Committee and Maxe Fisher, Associate Professor, …
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Pulitzer Center Coronavirus News Collaboration Challenge 2020 for Journalists Worldwide ($10,000)
by OFAby OFAApplication Deadline: Ongoing The Pulitzer Center on Crisis Reporting, a non-profit organization that supports independent global journalism, is seeking proposals that develop innovative approaches to reporting on the novel coronavirus …
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Application Deadline: July 31st 2020 The 2020 Call for Code Global Challenge is expanding its focus to tackle the effects of COVID-19, also known as the coronavirus. Technology solutions can …
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Application Deadline:June 18, 2020 at 12pm ET. Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is the latest in a series of infectious disease emergencies, including cholera, Ebola, SARS, Chikungunya, HIV/AIDS, and influenza. While scientists …
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Google’s Code Jam 2020 Worldwide Online Programming Competition (15,000 USD Prize)
by OFAby OFAApplication Deadline:Apr 5 2020, 02:00 (UTC) Code Jam is back for its 17th year! Join the Code Jam community and take on a series of challenging algorithmic puzzles designed by …
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Innovate for Impact: Siemens Design Challenge 2020 Driving solutions for zero hunger and clean water ($10,000 USD Prize)
by OFAby OFAApplication Deadline: April 3rd 2020 Join a global movement to prepare, adapt and respond to the most pressing challenges in food and water. Nurture breakthrough ideas, apply human-centered design to …
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MEST Africa Challenge 2020 scale-up pitch competition for early-stage African startups ($50,000 in equity investment)
by OFAby OFAApplication Deadline:April 18, 2020 The MEST Africa Challenge is the African tech startup pitch competition for early-stage companies based in Ghana, Nigeria, Kenya, South Africa, Côte d’Ivoire, Rwanda, Senegal, Ethiopia …
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Viva Technology (Vivatech)/UNESCO pitch Challenge 2020 at Vivatech Event in France
by OFAby OFAApplication Deadline: April 22nd 2020 Vivatech -This international event is a gathering of the world’s brightest minds, talents, and products and is a celebration of today’s innovations and tomorrow’s possibilities …
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Application Deadline: April 15th 2020 Wiki Loves Africa is an annual contest where anyone across Africa can contribute media that relates to that year’s theme to Wikimedia Commons for use on …
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Peter Drucker Challenge Essay Contest 2020 for students & young entrepreneurs (€ 1,500 & Fully Funded to the 12th Global Peter Drucker Forum in Vienna, Austria).
by OFAby OFAApplication Deadline: May 24, 2020 at 16:00 CET (4:00 PM CET) The Drucker Challenge is an international essay competition held annually by the Drucker Society Europe, in conjunction with the Drucker …
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World Trade Organization (WTO) Essay Award 2020 for Young Economists (CHF 5,000 Prize & Funded to annual meeting of the European Trade Study Group in Ghent, Belgium)
by OFAby OFAApplication Deadline: June 8th 2020 The WTO has issued a call for young economists to submit papers for the 2020 WTO Essay Award. The award aims to promote high-quality research …
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Application Deadline: April 15th 2020 The World Bank Group, one of the largest sources of funding and knowledge for developing countries, has partnered with CES —the world’s largest and most …
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Google Kick Start Global Online Coding Competition 2020 for coders worldwide.
by OFAby OFAApplication Deadline:November 15 2020, 06:00 (UTC) Ready to solve fun, challenging problems? Kick Start hosts online rounds throughout the year, giving participants the opportunity to test and grow their coding …
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Shark Tank of Wellness Student Global Competition 2020 ( USD $10,000 & Fully Funded to Global Wellness Summit in Tel Aviv, Israel)
by OFAby OFAApplication Deadline:May 31, 2020 The “Shark Tank of Wellness” student competition is a unique global challenge that rewards students for their most innovative, impactful ideas for the wellness industry. We …
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World Bank Group’s Global Youth Climate Network (GYCN) 2020 Climate-Smart Entrepreneurship Competition (All paid-for round trip)
by OFAby OFAApplication Deadline: March 15th 2020 The World Bank Group’s Global Youth Climate Network (GYCN) is excited to launch the 2020 Climate-Smart Entrepreneurship Competition.GYCN is an initiative under Youth-to-Youth (Y2Y), a …
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Thomson Foundation/Mojofest mobile Journalism Competition 2020 (Fully Funded to Mojofest in London, United Kingdom)
by OFAby OFAApplication Deadline: March 15th 2020 Could you be our next mojo star? Now in its sixth year, the Thomson Foundation mobile journalism competition is a leading showcase for mobile journalism (‘mojo’) talent, in partnership …
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2020 Call for Code Global Challenge on Climate change ($200,000+ USD cash prize)
by OFAby OFAApplication Deadline: March 22nd 2020 Help halt and reverse the impact of climate change by creating sustainable solutions using open source technology. Get the details on the 2020 Call for …
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2020 Teach A Man To Fish School Enterprise Challenge for Schools around the World – $50,000 in prizes
by OFAby OFAApplication Deadline: March 31st 2020 The School Enterprise Challenge is run by the educational charity Teach A Man To Fish.There is $50,000 in prizes available for the most entrepreneurial schools, teachers and students. It guides …
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Application Deadline: March 6th 2020 Participate in the “YouthLead 2020 Turning Point Contest for Young Changemakers” and showcase your work globally! As a young changemaker, this YouthLead contest provides you with …
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Ecobank Fintech Challenge 2020 for African Tech Innovators and Entrepreneurs (22,000 USD in cash prizes)
by OFAby OFAApplication Deadline: April 12th 2020 The Ecobank Fintech Challenge identifies and partners Fintechs that are ready to scale and provides them with support and access to Ecobank’s 33 African markets …
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Application Deadline: March 11th 2020 World Nomad is sending three aspiring travel writers to explore beyond the sandy shores and crystal waters of the Caribbean. On the 14-day trip you’ll …
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Application Deadline: midnight Central European Time on 15 March 2020. GCM invite anyone aged 15-30 from anywhere in the world to share their views, stories, creative writing pieces, journalism pieces, …
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InterAction’s Photography Contest 2020 for Humanitarian and Development Work ($1,000 USD prize)
by OFAby OFAApplication Deadline: March 11th 2020 Each year, InterActions hosts a photo contest to highlight photographers who showcase incredible humanitarian and development work around the globe. InterAction invites you to submit …
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Goi Peace Foundation/UNESCO International Essay Contest 2020 for Young People (USD1,000+ Prize & Fully Funded to Japan)
by OFAby OFAApplication Deadline: June 15th 2020 The Goi Peace Foundation/UNESCO International Essay Contest is organized in an effort to harness the energy, creativity and initiative of the world’s youth in promoting …
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ILO Skills Challenge Innovation Call: Finding solutions to skills mismatch ($ 50,000 Grant)
by OFAby OFAApplication Deadline: 13 April 2020 (midnight, Geneva time); The ILO is calling on individuals and organizations to share innovative ideas and solutions to address the skills mismatch challenge. The ILO Skills …
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Ms. Geek Africa Competition 2020 for Young African Girls (Funded to Transform Africa Summit plus Cash Prizes)
by OFAby OFAApplication Deadline:February 29 2020. 2020 marks 4th anniversary of Ms. Geek Africa, a competition inspired by Ms. Geek Rwanda, aimed at inspiring more girls into Science, Technology, Engineering and Math …
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World Engineering Day for Sustainable Development Competition 2020 for young Engineers/Scientists (Funded Trip to UNESCO HQ in Paris,France)
by OFAby OFAApplication Deadline: February 14th 2020 The World Federation of Engineering Organizations and its Committee on Young Engineers / Future Leaders are proud to host a competition for the best ideas and projects from young …
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World Bank Innovative4Climate 2020 Pitch Hub Competition for young Innovators
by OFAby OFAApplication Deadline:March 1, 2020 An annual Pitch Hub competition for innovators that showcase ingenuity, entrepreneurship, and a clear value proposition. A competition aiming to engage startups and entrepreneurs and to …
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Ashoka Changemakers/VITTEL Act for Biodiversity Challenge 2020 (60,000 CHF Cash Prize)
by OFAby OFAApplication Deadline: March 3rd 2020 VITTEL® and Ashoka are launching the “Act for Biodiversity” Challenge — a global search for changemakers who can bring key players together to preserve and …
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Call for Proposals: USADF – All On Nigeria Off-Grid Energy Challenge 2020 ($100,000 grant)
by OFAby OFAApplication Deadline:February 29, 2020 USADF and All On are excited to request proposals for the USADF-all On Off-Grid Energy Challenge. Proposals are invited from eligible Nigerian off-grid energy companies. Selected …
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Application Deadline: April 17th 2020 The International Astronomy and Astrophysics Competition gives you the unique opportunity to show your knowledge and astronomy skills! The IAAC is an online astronomy competition …
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Application Deadline:January 24, 2020 Engaging young people will no longer be business as usual. We will engage and listen to young people in different spaces, sectors and spheres and tap …
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CERN Beamline for Schools (BL4S) International Competition 2020 for High School Students Worldwide (Fully Funded to DESY in Hamburg, Germany)
by OFAby OFAApplication Deadline: March 3rd 2020 Did you ever wonder what it is like to be a scientist? If you’re up for a challenge, the BL4S competition is your chance to experience …
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International Interior Design Association Student Design Competition 2020 for Graduate & Undergraduate Students around the World.
by OFAby OFAApplication Deadline: Monday, February 17, 2020 The IIDA Student Design Competition celebrates the talent and fresh design ideas of interior design students throughout the world who are currently enrolled in an …
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Google Hash Code team-based Programming Competition 2020 for University Students & Industry Professionals ($8,000 USD prize money)
by OFAby OFAApplication Deadline:February 17 2020, 11:00 (UTC) Hash Code is a team programming competition, organized by Google, for students and professionals around the world. You pick your team and programming language …
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Tana Forum Annual University Essay Competition 2020 for young Africans (All expenses paid to participate in the 2020 Tana Forum in Ethiopia)
by OFAby OFAApplication Deadline:31 January 2020. The Tana Forum is an annual meeting that brings together African leaders and stakeholders to engage and explore African-led security solutions. The Forum strives to provide …
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Geneva Challenge 2020 – Advancing Development Goals International Contest for Graduate Students (25,000 CHF in monetary prizes & Funded to Geneva,Switzerland)
by OFAby OFASubmission Deadline:13 JULY 2020 The 2020 Advancing Development Goals International Contest for Graduate Students aims to present innovative and pragmatic solutions to address the challenges of social inclusion. Theme: THE …