UNESCO IITE 2024 Youth Innovation Contest [Ages 5-17; Free; Online; Opportunity to Visit China]: Submit by Sep 30!

Join the UNESCO IITE 2024 Youth Innovation Contest! Open to ages 5-17, free & online, with a chance to visit China. Submit your innovative ideas by Sep 30!

The International Centre for UNESCO ASPnet (ICUA) together with UNESCO Institute for Information Technologies in Education (UNESCO IITE) invite children and young people from Belarus, India, Iran, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Pakistan, Russia, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan to take part in the 2024 Youth Innovation Contest: Collaborating to Improve and Protect our Planet (CIPP). This global campaign is a unique opportunity for you to contribute to a brighter, greener future while showcasing your talents in science, technology, and creativity.

The contest’s theme is all about sustainable development — protecting and improving our world for future generations. You’ll have the chance to explore important global issues like marine conservation, land ecosystems, climate action, and building sustainable cities. You can submit creative works that reflect your vision of a more sustainable planet, using any format you choose — whether it’s a painting, story, poem, or a research essay.

The contest is open to two age groups:

Participants are encouraged to create works focusing on one of the following four themes:

Your submission should be in English or in Chinese, include both a PDF document and an MP4 video. The PDF can contain texts or images related to your work, while the video should showcase your creative process and explain your ideas. We encourage you to get creative — whether you’re submitting a painting, a story, or a research essay, we want to see your unique perspective on how to make the world a better place.

This contest will recognize the creativity and innovation of participants through various awards:

Outstanding works will be showcased on international platforms, in exhibitions, and during exchange activities with experts and peers.

Submit your work by emailing sco[underscore]icua[underscore]cipp[at]163[dot]com. Be sure to include:

For full details on the formats and submission, read the Concept Note of the event.

The deadline for submission is September 30, 2024.

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