The WSA Young Innovators Award is now open for applications. This award looks for digital projects made by young people under the age of 26 who want to make the world better.
The goal is to support digital ideas that are already working in the real world and helping people or the environment. If you are young, creative, and have built something that makes a difference, this call is for you.
Your project should connect to at least one of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). These goals include things like fighting poverty, protecting the planet, giving access to education, and building strong communities.
The award welcomes many kinds of digital solutions. These can be mobile apps, websites, wearables, SMS tools, games, or other interactive projects. The key is that your idea must be digital, already launched, and showing real impact.
Explore the WSA Young Innovators Award opportunities
- Anybody or startup in the world can apply
- You can apply as an individual, a startup, a student group, a nonprofit, or even a company.
- But to qualify, at least one founder and most of your team must be under 26 years old. Drafts or prototypes are not accepted; your solution must already be in use.
Benefits
- If you are shortlisted, you will be invited to the Global Congress. There, you will present your project to experts, mentors, investors, and other innovators from many countries.
- At the Global Congress, you will also get training, networking opportunities, and feedback to help grow your project.
- Winners will receive global promotion, special recognition in the WSA catalogue, a WSA Winner Seal, and a chance to be featured in communications campaigns.
- These benefits help teams build trust, open doors, and show the world your impact.
When and how to apply
The final winners of the WSA Young Innovators 2025 will be announced in January 2026. Applications are open till October 31, 2025. Click HERE to begin.
You might also be interested in the Luxury Retail Challenge, which offers $62,000.
The WSA Young Innovators Award is currently accepting applications from young individuals under 26 who have developed digital projects aimed at improving the world.
Projects should align with at least one United Nations Sustainable Development Goal, such as fighting poverty or enhancing education.
Eligible digital solutions, which may include mobile apps, websites, or games, must already be implemented and demonstrate real impact.
Open to global applicants, at least one founder and most of the team must be under 26, and entries must be beyond the draft or prototype stage.
Successful applicants will participate in the Global Congress, presenting their projects to experts and gaining access to training, networking, and feedback.
Winners receive global promotion, recognition in the WSA catalogue, and a branding seal, highlighting their impact.
Applications close on October 31, 2025, with winners announced in January 2026. Additional opportunities like the Luxury Retail Challenge are also available.
