ITU Gender Champions Programme 2027
International Telecommunication Union (ITU)
For young women aged 18–25 using technology for change — selected champions join the AI for Good Global Summit 2027 in Geneva
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At a glance
- Funding
- Free to join
- Format
- In person · Geneva, CH
- Application fee
- No application fee
- Deadline
- Closes 15 Nov 2026, 23:59 Paris time
- Starts
- 21 Jun 2027
- Language
- English
AI for Good Summit participation · possible project support, subject to funds
Who can apply
- Aged 18–25
You will need
- Online application form
About this opportunity
The ITU Gender Champions Programme recognises young women who use technology to drive positive change in their communities — from digital skills to inclusion and innovation. The 2027 edition is the first cohort, with up to four champions selected worldwide.
What champions get
- Participation in the AI for Good Global Summit 2027 in Geneva, 21–25 June 2027
- Subject to available funds, support to implement or strengthen a community project on women's and girls' digital inclusion
- Global visibility through ITU
ITU's page does not say whether travel to Geneva is covered — check the programme Terms and Conditions before you apply.
Who can apply
- Young women aged 18–25
- Already using technology to create positive change
- Open worldwide (no country restriction published); selection aims for geographic balance
How to apply
Fill in the online application form linked from ITU's Gender Champions page by 15 November 2026. Only pre-selected candidates will be contacted.
Topics
- ICT
- Social work
- Education
- women in tech
- digital inclusion
- ai for good
- youth
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