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ITU, the leading United Nations Agency for information and communication technology is looking for the next generation of young visionaries for its Young Innovators Competition.

• Are you aged 18-25?
• Do you have an innovative ICT based concept or project?
• Are you a social entrepreneur?
• Are you in need of resources to take the next step?

Take part in the Young Innovators Competition and you could gain a host of exceptional benefits including:

• Up to 10,000 CHF in prize money
• High-level industry mentorship
• Hands-on workshop training focusing on entrepreneurial skills
• Networking opportunities with high level delegates
• Chance to showcase at the InnovatorSpace

The competition calls for innovations which engage the power of ICT to meet real-world developmental challenges relevant to one of seven core areas under the theme of “Youth Innovation for Development”, namely:

• Education
• Youth Employment
• Empowerment of Women
• Human Rights
• Healthcare
• Environmental Sustainability
• Transparency
• Cybersecurity

Submissions consisting of everything from concepts to ongoing projects are welcome. From these, the twelve most outstanding entries – judged to have the greatest possible social impact and potential for business success- will win the chance to attend and participate in ITU Telecom World 2012, which takes place from 14-18 October in Dubai.

The deadline for initial submissions is 1st July 2012. For further details, and to start the application procedure, please visit http://world2012.itu.int/young-innovators-competition