Africa Youth In Tourism Innovation Challenge 2025
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Posted 9 months ago at 1:19 pm on Monday, December 16, 2024 by Admin
The Africa Youth in Tourism Innovation Challenge 2025 is now open for applications. This initiative is designed to empower young innovators in Africa’s travel and tourism sector by offering funding, mentorship, and global exposure.
Purpose of the Challenge
This challenge provides a platform for African youth to present innovative projects aimed at addressing tourism-related challenges. Participants will benefit from:
- Access to partnerships and professional development opportunities.
- Support for ideas contributing to sustainable growth in Africa's tourism sector.
Prizes and Benefits
The competition offers the following prizes:
- Winner: USD $1,000 worth of prizes.
- 1st Runner-Up: USD $500 worth of prizes.
- 2nd Runner-Up: USD $500 worth of prizes.
Additional benefits include:
- Professional Development: Complimentary short courses by UN Tourism.
- Mentorship: Guidance from experts through the Africa Youth in Tourism Mentors and Innovators Network.
- Global Exposure: Opportunities to showcase projects at major tourism events and connect with industry leaders.
Eligibility
The challenge is open to individuals, partnerships, and organizations in the tourism sector.
- Participants must be youth aged 18–35 or postgraduate students of any age.
- Inclusivity is encouraged, regardless of gender, race, or physical ability.
Entry Guidelines
To enter, participants must:
- Outline the project’s vision, originality, and rationale.
- Show how the project addresses tourism challenges like technological advancements or community development.
- Highlight the project’s sustainability and long-term impact.
- Provide a timeline for implementation.
- Specify required support (e.g ., funding, mentorship, or investment).
- Submit supporting details in under 500 words.
- Prepare a 5-minute demo or Minimum Viable Product (MVP) presentation.
Note: Each participant may submit only one entry.
Selection Criteria
Entries will be judged based on:
- Originality: The uniqueness of the idea.
- Sustainability: Environmental, social, and economic impacts.
- Significance: Relevance to key tourism issues.
- Applicability: Potential for industry adaptation.
- Practicality: Clear objectives and an actionable plan.
- Impact: Capacity for meaningful change in tourism or the community.
Application Process
- Submit your entry via the Youth in Tourism IC 2025 application portal. https://www.judgify.me/youth-in-tourism-ic2025
- Deadline: 28 February 2025
For more details, visit the Africa Youth in Tourism Innovation Challenge information page. https://youthtourismsummit.com/enter-competition/
Don’t miss this opportunity to showcase your innovative ideas and contribute to Africa’s tourism future!
Purpose of the Challenge
This challenge provides a platform for African youth to present innovative projects aimed at addressing tourism-related challenges. Participants will benefit from:
- Access to partnerships and professional development opportunities.
- Support for ideas contributing to sustainable growth in Africa's tourism sector.
Prizes and Benefits
The competition offers the following prizes:
- Winner: USD $1,000 worth of prizes.
- 1st Runner-Up: USD $500 worth of prizes.
- 2nd Runner-Up: USD $500 worth of prizes.
Additional benefits include:
- Professional Development: Complimentary short courses by UN Tourism.
- Mentorship: Guidance from experts through the Africa Youth in Tourism Mentors and Innovators Network.
- Global Exposure: Opportunities to showcase projects at major tourism events and connect with industry leaders.
Eligibility
The challenge is open to individuals, partnerships, and organizations in the tourism sector.
- Participants must be youth aged 18–35 or postgraduate students of any age.
- Inclusivity is encouraged, regardless of gender, race, or physical ability.
Entry Guidelines
To enter, participants must:
- Outline the project’s vision, originality, and rationale.
- Show how the project addresses tourism challenges like technological advancements or community development.
- Highlight the project’s sustainability and long-term impact.
- Provide a timeline for implementation.
- Specify required support (e.g ., funding, mentorship, or investment).
- Submit supporting details in under 500 words.
- Prepare a 5-minute demo or Minimum Viable Product (MVP) presentation.
Note: Each participant may submit only one entry.
Selection Criteria
Entries will be judged based on:
- Originality: The uniqueness of the idea.
- Sustainability: Environmental, social, and economic impacts.
- Significance: Relevance to key tourism issues.
- Applicability: Potential for industry adaptation.
- Practicality: Clear objectives and an actionable plan.
- Impact: Capacity for meaningful change in tourism or the community.
Application Process
- Submit your entry via the Youth in Tourism IC 2025 application portal. https://www.judgify.me/youth-in-tourism-ic2025
- Deadline: 28 February 2025
For more details, visit the Africa Youth in Tourism Innovation Challenge information page. https://youthtourismsummit.com/enter-competition/
Don’t miss this opportunity to showcase your innovative ideas and contribute to Africa’s tourism future!