Are you a young innovator passionate about protecting our planet? Do you have bold, creative ideas that can help address global challenges like climate change, biodiversity loss, and sustainable living? If so, the 2024 Youth Innovation Contest is your chance to make an impact!
Hosted by the International Centre for UNESCO ASPnet (ICUA) in partnership with UNESCO Institute for Information Technologies in Education (UNESCO IITE), this contest invites children and young people from Belarus, India, Iran, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Pakistan, Russia, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan to showcase their talents and innovative solutions for a greener, more sustainable future.
Contest Overview
The theme of the 2024 contest is sustainable development, encouraging young minds to think about how to protect and improve the world for future generations. Participants are invited to submit creative works that reflect their vision for a more sustainable planet, whether it’s through art, literature, or research.
Age Groups:
- Children’s Group (5-10 years old)
- Youth Group (11-17 years old)
You can enter the contest individually or as part of a team (2-3 members). Whether it’s your dream to protect marine life, conserve forests, or build eco-friendly communities, your voice matters! Let your ideas inspire real-world solutions to global challenges.
Contest Themes
Choose one of the following themes to focus your submission on:
Protection of Marine Ecosystems (SDG 14: Life Below Water)
Explore the beauty of the ocean and the urgent need to protect marine biodiversity. How can we safeguard our seas from pollution and climate change?Conservation of Terrestrial Ecosystems (SDG 15: Life on Land)
Focus on the preservation of forests, wildlife, and natural habitats. What steps can we take to conserve endangered species, protect forests, and promote ecotourism?Building Sustainable Human Settlements (SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities)
Discover ways to create greener, more sustainable cities. How can we manage waste, improve public spaces, and design communities that are resilient to natural disasters?Responding to Global Climate Change (SDG 13: Climate Action)
Tackle the climate crisis by proposing solutions to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and prepare for extreme weather events. How can we support vulnerable communities?
Submission Guidelines
Your submission should include both a PDF document (texts or images of your work) and an MP4 video (showcasing your creative process and explaining your ideas). Submissions can be in English or Chinese.
- File requirements:
- PDF: Up to 20MB
- MP4 video: Up to 200MB
Important Dates:
- Registration and Submission: 5 September – 30 September 2024
- Preliminary Evaluation: 1 October – 15 October 2024
- Final Selection & Closing Ceremony: 16 October – 30 November 2024
Awards
Your creativity and innovative ideas will be recognized with various awards:
- Grand Award: Future Leaders in Green Innovations (Up to 20 winners, who will have the opportunity to attend the Closing Ceremony in China)
- Special Awards: Eco-protection, Sci-Tech Innovation, and Remarkable Presence (Up to 20 winners each; memorable prizes will be awarded)
- Merit Awards: Talents of Sci-Tech Innovation, Pioneers of Environmental Protection, and Humanistic Care (Unlimited winners; electronic certificates will be provided)
Outstanding works will be showcased internationally in exhibitions and exchange activities with experts and peers.
How to Participate
Submit your work by emailing it to sco_icua_cipp@163.com. Make sure your submission includes the following:
- Application_form_CIPP_2024
- A PDF document (up to 20MB)
- An MP4 video (up to 200MB)
Why You Should Participate
The 2024 Youth Innovation Contest is not only a platform to showcase your creativity, but also a chance to contribute to a better, greener world. Whether you’re a budding environmentalist, a tech enthusiast, or an artist, this contest allows you to highlight your talents and inspire real change.
Don’t miss out on the chance to be part of this global movement — register now and let your innovation shine!
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