- Fully Funded
- Remote.
Call for Youth Innovation Campaign ( The World Water) 2026 is open now!!!
The World Water Day 2026 Youth Innovation Campaign is a fully funded initiative organized by STEMi Makers Africa, empowering youth in Africa and the MENA region to design solutions for water challenges. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, with benefits including cash prizes, certificates, mentorship, and global recognition.
The World Water Day 2026 Youth Innovation Campaign aligns with global efforts to advance access to clean water and sanitation, inspiring participants to think critically, act locally, and innovate globally.
STEMi Makers Africa invites young people worldwide to join a global innovation campaign for World Water Day 2026. University students will document real water challenges in their communities, while primary and secondary pupils will design practical, engineering‑minded solutions. The initiative strengthens youth innovation, environmental responsibility, and global action toward SDG 6 (Clean Water & Sanitation).
The campaign strengthens youth innovation, environmental responsibility, and collective action toward achieving Sustainable Development Goal 6 (Clean Water and Sanitation). It is inspired by World Water Day, celebrated annually on 22 March, which raises awareness about the importance of freshwater and advocates for sustainable water management.
Through a two‑step process, participants will:
- Map real-world water challenges in their communities.
- Design innovative, practical solutions to address those challenges.
This hands‑on approach fosters critical thinking, problem‑solving, and collaboration, making the campaign both educational and impactful. By equipping young people with practical STEM skills, STEMi Makers Africa empowers the next generation to tackle pressing global challenges with creativity and purpose.
University Category:
- Record a 2-3 minute video showcasing a specific water problem in community, highlighting gender perspectives.
- Video specs: MP4, 720p+, landscape, clear audio, English subtitles if needed.
PUPIL CATEGORY:
- Write an essay (500-800 words) or poem proposing a practical solution to a selected water problem, emphasizing gender equality.
- Original work only, no Al-generated content.
### Location:
Online
### Benefits
- Access to mentorship and the STEMi Innovation Network
- Cash Prizes:
- 1st Place: $200
- 2nd Place: $150
- 3rd Place: $100
- Certificates: Digital certificates awarded to all participants, recognizing their contribution.
- Global Recognition: Selected projects showcased on STEMi Makers Africa’s platforms, giving international visibility.
### Eligibilities
The applicants must be:
- African Continent and MENA nations participation is allowed
- University Category: Undergraduate students (any field)
- Pupil Category: Primary & secondary school pupils (with parental consent)
Eligible Regions: Open for African.
### Application Process
For application, go through the apply link and fill the official google form.
Apply nowOfficial link
### For Further Queries
For further queries, please contact them through info@stemimakersafrica.org
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