If you are building a tech project or company to empower women, young people, MSMEs, or marginalized communities, you now have a chance to take your initiative to the global stage through the transformative Digital Solutions for Inclusive Economy.
The programme is an initiative of several UN agencies and partner groups, including UNIDO, UN Trade and Development, UNDCO and ODET, and the Global Digital Compact Objective 2 Working Group.
It aims to bridge economic divides and drive inclusive digital transformation globally.
UN and international organizations, innovators, startups, NGOs, and changemakers are invited to submit proposals for the transformative digital solutions.
Areas of focus
- Digital skills and entrepreneurial talent
- MSME empowerment and innovation
- Inclusive digital policies & regulation
- Innovation and knowledge sharing
- Resilient digital supply chains
If you apply, you stand a chance to receive global recognition and visibility, connect with UN agencies and key partners, showcase your solutions at key UN events, such as UNGA80 and UNIDO’s Global Industry Summit, and be part of shaping the Global Digital Compact
Who qualifies?
Innovators, startups, NGOs & organizations across sectors, anywhere in the world, can apply.
When and how to apply
You must apply before August 18, 2025. Click this link to begin the process.
The UN and its partner organizations are launching an initiative called "Digital Solutions for Inclusive Economy" to support tech projects or companies that empower women, young people, MSMEs, or marginalized communities.
This program is a collaborative effort involving several UN agencies like UNIDO, UN Trade and Development, and others. It seeks to bridge digital and economic divides through various focus areas, including digital skills development, MSME empowerment, inclusive digital policy making, innovation sharing, and resilient digital supply chains.
Innovators, startups, NGOs, and changemakers from around the world are invited to submit their proposals.
Successful applicants will receive global recognition, connect with UN agencies, and showcase their solutions at important events like the UNGA80 and the UNIDO’s Global Industry Summit.
Applications are open to eligible participants across different sectors globally and must be submitted by August 18, 2025.
