The United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) is on a mission to promote inclusive and sustainable industrial development.
UNIDO is calling on young entrepreneurs to design innovative tech solutions that build digital skills among youth in rural areas—through formal education, extracurricular learning, or both.
We recognize that the youth are pivotal to bridging the digital divide, particularly in rural areas.
The InnoYouth Challenge 2025 aims to empower young entrepreneurs to design innovative tech solutions that enhance digital skills among their peers through formal education and extracurricular learning.
By fostering inclusion and innovation, we aspire to create a future where no one is left behind.
📌 What do you gain by joining?
This is an excellent opportunity for aspiring innovators! By participating in the InnoYouth Challenge, participants will have the opportunity to:
- ✅ Engage in Interactive Workshops: Join skill development, orientation, and solution design workshops.
- ✅ Gain Hands-On Experience: Work on digital innovation and project development, applying your skills in a real-world context.
- ✅ Access Global Mentors: Engage with industry leaders and gain insights from experienced mentors.
- ✅ Showcase Your Solutions: Present your innovative ideas on the UNIDO Solutions Platform to a global audience.
- ✅ Receive Exclusive Mentorship: The most innovative projects will receive additional mentorship to further develop their concepts.
📌 Who can participate?
The InnoYouth Challenge is open to:
- Young Innovators aged 18–30 years.
We encourage students, recent graduates, and young entrepreneurs to apply. Whether you wish to work individually or as part of a team, this challenge is designed for you!
🎯 Join Our Mission!
Together, we can build a future of digital inclusion. Participate in this global event aimed at bridging the digital divide by 2030.
📌 Key Details:
- Target Audience: Students, recent graduates, and young entrepreneurs aged 18–30 years.
- Team Structure: Minimum of 3. You can participate individually or as a pair, and we will assist in team assignments.
- Kickoff Event: Scheduled for 23rd April 2025.
- Application Deadline for Mentorship: 21st April 2025 at 23:59 GMT+2.
- Solution Submission Deadline: 22nd May 2025 at 23:59 GMT+2.
- Submission Emails: All solutions should be sent to:
📄 How to Apply:
Fill out the application form linked below to seize this opportunity! We look forward to reviewing your innovative solutions and welcoming you to the InnoYouth Challenge 2025!
👉 Register for the InnoYouth Challenge
📲 [Register for the InnoYouth Event on 30.05 – YouthSpeak Forum 2025](Eventbrite Link)
Click the link for the booklet: InnoYouth Challenge Booklet
Join us, collaborate, innovate, and let’s together shape a digitally inclusive future for all! 🚀
For any questions, please contact us via youthspeakforum@aiesec.net, das@unido.org
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