Deadline:
January 26, 2025
Program Starts: May 19, 2025
Program Ends: May 20, 2025
Location(s)
Online United States of America
Hybrid (online and Washington DC)
Overview
The World Bank Group Youth Summit returns for its 12th edition, inviting young people to engage with the most urgent issues their generation faces, while bringing together thousands of participants from across the globe. This year, the summit will center on innovation in climate action, digital transformation, and the creative industries.
The Youth Summit is the World Bank Group's largest annual event for youth (ages 18-35) worldwide. It will be held on May 19-20, 2025, featuring activities and engagements both at the World Bank Group headquarters in Washington DC and across various regions.
Details
Welcome to the World Bank Group Youth Summit 2024 Pitch Competition, an exciting opportunity for young change-makers to showcase their innovative solutions addressing global challenges. Open to individuals aged 18-35 worldwide, this competition provides a dynamic platform for presenting your ideas to an international audience and gaining momentum for your innovations.
The Pitch Competition, a flagship event of the WBG Youth Summit, showcases the transformative power of youth-driven solutions in shaping a sustainable and inclusive future for all. It provides a global stage for young entrepreneurs, change-makers, and innovators to present their unique ideas and solutions to today’s most pressing development challenges.
We encourage submissions from diverse backgrounds and focus areas with a special interest in addressing the following themes:
Theme: New Horizons: Youth-Led Innovation for a Sustainable and Equitable World
- Pillar 1: Data Driven Transformation
- Pillar 2: Climate Action & Resilience
- Pillar 3: Empowering Change through Creative Industries
More information about the themes can be found under the "THEME" Tab.
We invite you to submit your groundbreaking ideas that have the power to make a real difference in the world. This global competition seeks to reward the most innovative projects, so get ready to shape the future with your solutions.
Calendar of Events
Registration opens on December 18th, 2024
Submit your proposal (Deadline: January 26th, 2025, 11:59 pm EST)
Applicants and pitch decks will be evaluated by an expert committee. Shortlisted individuals/teams will be announced by early April and will proceed to the next stage.
Applications can be submitted in Arabic, English, French or Spanish, and you can use the pitch deck template (insert link to template) for guidance.
Pitch your idea at the Youth Summit (May 19th – 20th, 2025)
Finalists will join the 2025 World Bank Group Youth Summit hosted at the World Bank Headquarters in Washington, D.C. Travel expenses, including lodging and a nominal stipend for up to three nights, will be covered for one representative per team. The representative is required to obtain a valid U.S. visa for their travel. Other team members can participate in the event through the virtual platform.
Opportunity is About
Eligibility
Candidates should be from:
Description of Ideal Candidate
Eligibility
- All team members are between 18 - 35 years old, on the date of the application deadline.
- Each team member should be from one of the World Bank Group member countries.
- The solution should address at least one of the three thematic pillars (Data Driven Transformation, Climate Action & Resilience, Empowering Change through Creative Industries). Cross-thematic and scalable solutions across more than one pillar are also accepted for consideration.
- Applications must be received before January 26th, 2025, 11:59 pm EST.
Dates
Deadline: January 26, 2025
Program starts:
May 19, 2025
Program ends:
May 20, 2025
Program Starts: May 19, 2025
Program Ends: May 20, 2025
Cost/funding for participants
Finalists will join the 2025 Youth Summit at the World Bank headquarters in Washington, DC. Travel expenses will be covered including lodging for up to three nights for one representative from each finalist team. Finalists will showcase their proposals on the second day of the Summit, pitching their proposal in front of a judging panel, attending delegates, and a live-streamed online audience. One winner will be selected by the judging panel, and another winner will be voted for by the audience.
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