For the 2024 World Bank Group (WBG) Pitch Competition, applications are already being accepted.

Young activists have an amazing chance to present their creative answers to global issues at the WBG Youth Summit 2024 Pitch Competition. This competition, which is open to people worldwide between the ages of 18 and 35, offers a vibrant platform for you to sell your ideas to a global audience through persuasive pitch decks.

Impactful technology that addresses issues with women in the tech industry, kids in FCV-affected areas, and rural youth's digital inclusion will be the main emphasis of the Pitch Competition. The shift to a technology-enabled world highlights the necessity of lessening socioeconomic gaps and vulnerabilities in a digital environment that is changing quickly.

The WBG Youth Summit 2024 Pitch Competition is 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 through compelling pitch decks.

The Pitch Competition will focus on impactful technology addressing challenges relating to youth in FCV-affected areas, women in the tech space and the digital inclusion of rural youth. The transition to a technology-enabled world accentuates the need to reduce vulnerabilities and socio-economic disparities in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.

We encourage submissions from diverse backgrounds and focus areas with a special interest in addressing the following themes:

• Bridging the Digital Divide: Solutions that promote digital inclusion and establish reliable connectivity, overcoming barriers to ensure universal digital access.
• Intelligence for Good: Explore the potential of artificial intelligence to combat socioeconomic inequalities, drive meaningful change, and address issues related to equality and inclusion.
• Sustainable Technology: Showcase digital innovations that advance sustainable living and resource preservation. Incorporate green technology to promote eco-friendly practices and contribute to the transition towards a low-carbon economy.

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

Information Session on February 14th, 2024
Mark your calendar and join us to learn more about this year’s competition theme and participation details (registration link coming soon).

Submit your proposal (Deadline: March 1^st, 2024, 11:59 pm EST).