The United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) and the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) have jointly launched a global call to identify innovative solutions that promote an inclusive digital economy. The initiative aims to foster digital technologies that enable economic growth, promote equitable access to technology, and empower underserved communities worldwide. This competition is designed to bring forward scalable projects and concepts that address digital divides, enhance digital infrastructure, and promote sustainable development through inclusive digital innovations.
Participants from around the globe are invited to submit their innovative ideas or existing projects that showcase impactful digital solutions contributing to inclusive economic growth. The focus is on solutions that integrate emerging technologies such as AI, blockchain, Internet of Things, and big data analytics to overcome barriers in digital inclusion.
The winners will receive extensive support including visibility through UNIDO and UNCTAD platforms, expert mentoring, and potential partnerships for scaling their innovations. The competition encourages applicants from diverse sectors including technology, business, social enterprises, and academia to participate and showcase their commitment to advancing digital equity on a global scale.
Key aspects of the competition include a selection process that values creativity, effectiveness, scalability, and sustainability of the proposed digital solutions. Participants should demonstrate how their innovations address key challenges such as digital literacy, access to internet infrastructure, affordability of digital tools, and the empowerment of marginalized groups.
Interested individuals and organizations are encouraged to prepare their proposals carefully and leverage this unique opportunity to contribute to transforming the global digital economy into an inclusive environment benefiting all.
For complete details, eligibility criteria, and application guidelines, participants should visit the official competition webpage provided by the organizers.
Awards: Visibility through UNIDO and UNCTAD platforms, expert mentoring, potential partnerships for scaling digital innovations
Date: 18-08-2025
