To apply, you need to register on this website and fill out the application for the National Round until September 30, 2026.
The application consists of 12 mandatory questions, but don’t worry, it shouldn't take you more than 30 to 90 minutes max.
Your responses will help WSA National Experts assess your solution's relevance and impact. Based on this information, they will decide whether to nominate you for the WSA Global Contest.
WSA welcomes digitial solutions that
1) Create positive impact (and can provide measurable impact numbers),
2) Are fully launched and operational,
3) Were launched in 2022 or later.
When applying, you’ll select one of eight award categories. You can find detailed explanations of each category on website.
Tips how to write a strong application: https://wsa-global.org/contest-global-award/participate-submission-guide/
From advanced innovative solutions to simple, yet highly impactful digital tools for marginalized communities, WSA searches for and awards those that change their communities for the better.
Since 2003, over 600 Winners have been awarded from over 82000 nominations. WSA winners use digital technology in creative and innovative ways to tackle local and global challenges. If you would like to browse through our past winners to get a sense of what our Jury members are looking for, head to the complete database of the WSA winners.
If you would like to become one of our next winners, apply for the national pre-selections by September 2026! We're really excited to hear about your digital impact-driven solution.
World Summit Awards is a global multi-stakeholder community, connecting and supporting digital impact innovators who tackle global challenges. Since 2003, WSA uses the mechanism of a unique award system to find and recognize digital solutions for the UN SDGs and bridging digital divides.
Check out our webpage, for more information: www.wsa-global.org
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