Deadline: 14 March 2025 Applications are now open for 3rd Edition of the AFRISE Challenge. The AFRISE Challenge provides an opportunity for high potential African youth and student entrepreneurs to rise up in their entrepreneurial journey, and contribute to local and regional economic … [Read more...] about Submit Applications for AFRISE Challenge 2025 (3rd Edition)
Apply Now: Tech for Change Award
Deadline: 11 May 2025 Viva Technology is now accepting applications for its Tech for Change Award. As part of VivaTech 2025, the Tech for Change Award recognizes startups that place positive impact at the heart of their business model. Whether their focus is on environmental, social, or … [Read more...] about Apply Now: Tech for Change Award
Entrepreneur Excellence Awards 2025 (India)
Deadline: 13 March 2025 Applications are now open for deAsra's Entrepreneur Excellence Awards (EEA) 2025! This event celebrates the spirit of entrepreneurship and recognises remarkable success. This year, they spotlight small businesses that have grown rapidly and created jobs, making a big … [Read more...] about Entrepreneur Excellence Awards 2025 (India)
Submit Applications for R|ElanTM Circular Design Challenge (India)
Deadline: 8 April 2025 The R|ElanTM Circular Design Challenge in partnership with the United Nations in India is India’s largest award for Circular Fashion. It is a platform for emerging fashion & accessory designers to showcase products designed with Circularity as the key design … [Read more...] about Submit Applications for R|ElanTM Circular Design Challenge (India)
Mada Assistive Tech Innovation Challenge
Deadline: 14 April 2025 Applications are now open for the Mada Assistive Tech Innovation Challenge. For individuals with disabilities, finding the right assistive tools can be a complex and frustrating journey, as current systems often fail to provide tailored recommendations. Mada Center is … [Read more...] about Mada Assistive Tech Innovation Challenge
AI-Powered Inclusive Communication Challenge
Deadline: 14 April 2025 Submissions are now open for the AI-Powered Inclusive Communication Challenge. Effective communication between the Deaf community and hearing individuals remains challenging, as existing solutions rely on outdated systems and limited datasets, failing to capture the … [Read more...] about AI-Powered Inclusive Communication Challenge
Nominations open for Nordic Council Environment Prize 2025
Deadline: 30 April 2025 The nomination process for the Nordic Council Environment Prize is open, allowing the general public to put forward names. Theme Civil Society Engagement – An initiative to involve everybody in the green transition Without a widespread commitment to nature … [Read more...] about Nominations open for Nordic Council Environment Prize 2025
Bharat Startup Grand Challenge with Stride Ventures (India)
Deadline: 20 March 2025 The Bharat Startup Grand Challenge, in collaboration with Startup India, is an initiative aimed at empowering entrepreneurs and fostering innovation in India’s startup ecosystem. The challenge provides a platform for early and growth-stage startups (Seed to Series A), … [Read more...] about Bharat Startup Grand Challenge with Stride Ventures (India)
Nominations open for Human Rights Awards (Canada)
Deadline: 31 May 2025 The John Humphrey Centre for Peace and Human Rights is inviting applications for its Human Rights Awards. The Human Rights Awards are presented annually by the John Humphrey Centre for Peace and Human Rights to recognize outstanding contributions to human rights of … [Read more...] about Nominations open for Human Rights Awards (Canada)
Next Challenge for Media & Journalism 2025 (United States)
Deadline: 18 March 2025 Glen Nelson Center at American Public Media Group is inviting applications for Next Challenge to support powerful and innovative startups reinventing media and journalism. The Next Challenge for Media & Journalism is the largest startup competition open to … [Read more...] about Next Challenge for Media & Journalism 2025 (United States)
