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Global Ideas Competition for Graduate Students

Issued by 2027 Global Ideas Competition · via fundsforNGOs — grants & funding calls

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Published
8 Oct 2026
Closes
1 Feb 2027
Reference
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Sector
Education & Training

At a glance

2027 Global Ideas Competition has published a funding call in education & training: “Global Ideas Competition for Graduate Students”. Submissions close on 1 February 2027, 116 days from today. Quote reference global-ideas-competition-2027-opportunity-to-become-a-leader-of-tomorrow in any correspondence with the buyer. There are 4,171 open education & training notices on FreeTender. Bids are submitted to the buyer through fundsforNGOs — grants & funding calls, not through FreeTender.

Details

The 2027 Global Ideas Competition, hosted by the St. Gallen Symposium, invites graduate and postgraduate students from around the world to present innovative solutions and compete for participation as a Leader of Tomorrow. This prestigious event offers an unparalleled platform for cross-generational dialogue with influential leaders from various sectors. The deadline for submissions is 1 February 2027. The Global Ideas Competition aims to foster innovative thinking among young leaders by challenging participants to address global issues with novel solutions. This competition is a gateway to joining the Leaders of Tomorrow, a community committed to shaping future global debates. Participants will engage with senior leaders from business, politics, academia, and civil society during the St. Gallen Symposium. Participants must identify a solvable problem where cooperation could improve outcomes and propose a novel partnership arrangement to address it. The competition encourages creative and evidence-based solutions aligned with the theme, “What could we solve, if we could agree? This competition not only provides a platform for young thinkers to present their ideas to global leaders but also offers participants the chance to engage in meaningful discussions that can influence future global policies and initiatives. The experience and connections gained at the Symposium can be significant for personal and professional growth. Who can compete in the Global Ideas Competition? Graduate and postgraduate students enrolled at a regular university, born in 1997 or later. What is required for the submission? A Solution Brief (max. 1,000 words) and a Video Explainer (max. three minutes). Is there a cost to participate?

Participation is free for selected Leaders of Tomorrow, with travel expenses covered

Can teams participate? No, only individual submissions are allowed. What is a Solution Brief? A concise, structured document proposing a solution to a specific problem, focusing on originality and analytical rigor. Interested applicants should review the official guidelines on the Global Ideas Competition website and ensure their submissions are complete and compliant by the deadline. Engage with webinars and university presentations for further insights.

Context for bidders

There are 4,171 open Education & Training tenders. This one closes in 116 days.

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