Jan 24-30th 2026
Virtual Event
ABOUT
ABOUT
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Ambitious youth come together to reimagine a sustainable future from Jan 24-30th 2026
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WHAT'S ON
WHAT'S ON
WHAT'S ON
What to expect
Join us in a seven day virtual event where youth co-create with artificial intelligence for sustainable development.
Dream
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Before the week of hacking, call for your visions and aspirations for a sustainable future.
Dream
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Before the week of hacking, call for your visions and aspirations for a sustainable future.
Dream
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Before the week of hacking, call for your visions and aspirations for a sustainable future.
Hack
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Solve for solutions by prototyping with the help of artificial intelligence tools.
Hack
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Solve for solutions by prototyping with the help of artificial intelligence tools.
Hack
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Solve for solutions by prototyping with the help of artificial intelligence tools.
Build
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Cement your prototype into a commitment for action by deploying it in the real world.
Build
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Cement your prototype into a commitment for action by deploying it in the real world.
Build
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Cement your prototype into a commitment for action by deploying it in the real world.
SPEAKERS
SPEAKERS
SPEAKERS
Keynote speakers
Hear from some of the best minds across AI and sustainability.
Ann Molin
Hack for Earth
Founder and CEO
Ann Molin
Hack for Earth
Founder and CEO
Ann Molin
Hack for Earth
Founder and CEO
Shawn Zhu
NextGenNav
Founder
Shawn Zhu
NextGenNav
Founder
Shawn Zhu
NextGenNav
Founder
Derin Ege Sezigin
SDG Youth Connect
President
Derin Ege Sezigin
SDG Youth Connect
President
Derin Ege Sezigin
SDG Youth Connect
President
Jan 24-30th 2026
Jan 24-30th 2026
Jan 24-30th 2026
Agenda
Pre-Event
1/16/26
Meet & Match Event to find team members
Participant networking
Q&A for participants
Day 1
Morning
TBD
TBD
TBD
Day 7
Morning
TBD
TBD
TBD
Pre-Event
1/16/26
Meet & Match Event to find team members
Participant networking
Q&A for participants
Day 1
Morning
TBD
TBD
TBD
Day 7
Morning
TBD
TBD
TBD
Pre-Event
1/16/26
Meet & Match Event to find team members
Participant networking
Q&A for participants
Day 1
Morning
TBD
TBD
TBD
Day 7
Morning
TBD
TBD
TBD
ENGAGEMENT
ENGAGEMENT
ENGAGEMENT
Register with us
Register
As a participant
Enjoy the core experience:
Beginning and closing ceremonies
Workshops and mentorship
A chance for a spot in a partnered accelerator program
Registration available until January 1st
Register
As a participant
Enjoy the core experience:
Beginning and closing ceremonies
Workshops and mentorship
A chance for a spot in a partnered accelerator program
Registration available until January 1st
Register
As a participant
Enjoy the core experience:
Beginning and closing ceremonies
Workshops and mentorship
A chance for a spot in a partnered accelerator program
Registration available until January 1st
Register
As a mentor, etc.
We are looking for experts in:
Global sustainability
Artificial intelligence
Scaling impact with solution acceleration
Application available until January 1st
Register
As a mentor, etc.
We are looking for experts in:
Global sustainability
Artificial intelligence
Scaling impact with solution acceleration
Application available until January 1st
Register
As a mentor, etc.
We are looking for experts in:
Global sustainability
Artificial intelligence
Scaling impact with solution acceleration
Application available until January 1st
SPONSORS
SPONSORS
SPONSORS
We’re proud to partner with an outstanding group of forward-thinking organisations.
FAQ
FAQ
FAQ
FAQ
Still got questions? Feel free to reach out. We're happy to help.
What makes the SDG Design Challenge unique?
The challenge brings together innovators worldwide to co-create solutions with AI for the UN Sustainable Development Goals. Participants don’t just compete—they gain access to tools, mentors, and platforms that help them develop and scale their ideas beyond the event, turning concepts into real-world impact.
What resources or support will participants receive?
Participants will have access to mentors, workshops, AI tools, and keynote sessions from sustainability and technology experts. Premium access to select AI platforms will also be provided.
What are the prizes and opportunities for winners?
Over $50,000 USD in total prizes will be awarded. Winners will also gain entry into accelerator programs and have opportunities for further development or pilot testing of their ideas.
How can organizations get involved?
Organizations can contribute through sponsorships, mentorship, judging, or workshop hosting. In-kind contributions such as AI credits, learning resources, or technical support are highly valued.
What’s the schedule for the challenge?
The SDG Design Challenge will take place from January 21–27, 2026. Throughout the week, participants will join workshops, mentoring sessions, and project development time, with judging and awards following at the end.
How can I take part or follow the event?
Visit NextGenNav’s website/email for registration details. Interested mentors, sponsors, and participants can contact the organizing team directly.
What makes the SDG Design Challenge unique?
The challenge brings together innovators worldwide to co-create solutions with AI for the UN Sustainable Development Goals. Participants don’t just compete—they gain access to tools, mentors, and platforms that help them develop and scale their ideas beyond the event, turning concepts into real-world impact.
What resources or support will participants receive?
Participants will have access to mentors, workshops, AI tools, and keynote sessions from sustainability and technology experts. Premium access to select AI platforms will also be provided.
What are the prizes and opportunities for winners?
Over $50,000 USD in total prizes will be awarded. Winners will also gain entry into accelerator programs and have opportunities for further development or pilot testing of their ideas.
How can organizations get involved?
Organizations can contribute through sponsorships, mentorship, judging, or workshop hosting. In-kind contributions such as AI credits, learning resources, or technical support are highly valued.
What’s the schedule for the challenge?
The SDG Design Challenge will take place from January 21–27, 2026. Throughout the week, participants will join workshops, mentoring sessions, and project development time, with judging and awards following at the end.
How can I take part or follow the event?
Visit NextGenNav’s website/email for registration details. Interested mentors, sponsors, and participants can contact the organizing team directly.
What makes the SDG Design Challenge unique?
The challenge brings together innovators worldwide to co-create solutions with AI for the UN Sustainable Development Goals. Participants don’t just compete—they gain access to tools, mentors, and platforms that help them develop and scale their ideas beyond the event, turning concepts into real-world impact.
What resources or support will participants receive?
Participants will have access to mentors, workshops, AI tools, and keynote sessions from sustainability and technology experts. Premium access to select AI platforms will also be provided.
What are the prizes and opportunities for winners?
Over $50,000 USD in total prizes will be awarded. Winners will also gain entry into accelerator programs and have opportunities for further development or pilot testing of their ideas.
How can organizations get involved?
Organizations can contribute through sponsorships, mentorship, judging, or workshop hosting. In-kind contributions such as AI credits, learning resources, or technical support are highly valued.
What’s the schedule for the challenge?
The SDG Design Challenge will take place from January 21–27, 2026. Throughout the week, participants will join workshops, mentoring sessions, and project development time, with judging and awards following at the end.
How can I take part or follow the event?
Visit NextGenNav’s website/email for registration details. Interested mentors, sponsors, and participants can contact the organizing team directly.