Applications are now open for the 2025 Global Citizen Prize: Cisco Youth Leadership Award. This prestigious award, created by Cisco and Global Citizen, aims to honor a young individual who has made a significant positive impact in the world. It highlights the contributions of youth in advancing the United Nations’ Global Goals and accelerates global efforts to tackle pressing issues.

The Global Citizen Prize: Cisco Youth Leadership Award recognizes individuals between the ages of 18 and 30 who have demonstrated exceptional leadership in global problem-solving. The recipient of the award will receive a $250,000 prize, which will be donated directly to the organization or initiative they are involved with.

To be eligible for the award, applicants must meet specific criteria. They should be actively engaged with an organization or project that uses technology to address challenges such as poverty and social inequality. Furthermore, their work should have a clear focus on contributing to areas like economic development, health, education, or other initiatives aligned with the United Nations’ Global Goals.

The selection process evaluates applicants based on several key factors. These include a proven history of making measurable, scalable impact in the past 3-5 years, especially in advancing one or more of the Global Goals. Applicants should also have a compelling vision for the future, with detailed plans on how they intend to extend their efforts over the next few years, and how the prize will support these ambitions. Additionally, the award recognizes young people who inspire others to take action toward achieving the Global Goals. They must embody the values of global citizenship and demonstrate the qualities of a problem solver on the world stage. A critical aspect of the selection is how applicants leverage technology or internet-based tools to improve their efficiency, broaden their reach, and amplify their impact.

This award seeks individuals who are not only committed to solving global challenges but are also fostering change by inspiring others and utilizing innovation to create lasting positive effects.

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