Digital@UNGA Awards Scholarship 2026 in USA
Apply for the Digital@UNGA Awards Scholarship 2026 to showcase digital innovations and gain international recognition at the UN General Assembly.
Overview
The Digital@UNGA Awards Scholarship 2026, hosted by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), provides a platform for digital innovators to present their impactful initiatives on the global stage. The program honors digital policies, projects, and leaders promoting inclusive and people-centred technological development. Finalists will receive invitations to attend the award ceremony in New York during the UN General Assembly.
Benefits
- Global recognition at the UN General Assembly.
- Opportunities to display digital solutions to international stakeholders.
- Networking access with leaders from governments, the private sector, and civil society.
- Enhanced visibility via ITU communication platforms.
Eligibility
- Open to governments, private sector companies, civil society organizations, academic institutions, and technical communities.
- ITU employees, jury members, and their immediate families are excluded.
- The youth-led innovations category (Digital Pioneers) requires participants to be aged 25–40 with at least five years of experience.
- Entries must align with categories including Digital Inclusion, Digital Government, Digital Frontiers, or Digital Pioneers.
How to Apply
Prepare project documentation in English, select the most relevant category, and complete the online submission form through the official website. Applicants can submit up to five entries.
Deadline
The final deadline for submissions is 4 August 2026 at 23:59 CEST.