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Open Call for Justice, Tech and Youth Innovation Challenge

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Published
29 Oct 2026
Reference
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Location
Qatar
Sector
Governance & Public Institutions

At a glance

A buyer in Qatar has published a funding call in governance & public institutions: “Open Call for Justice, Tech and Youth Innovation Challenge”. The notice does not state a closing date, so confirm the timetable on the official portal. Quote reference unitar-qatar-challenge-on-justice-tech-and-youth-innovation-apply-now in any correspondence with the buyer. Bids are submitted to the buyer through fundsforNGOs — grants & funding calls, not through FreeTender.

Details

The Ministry of Justice of the State of Qatar and the United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) invite applications for the Justice, Tech & Youth Innovation Challenge. This program seeks to engage young professionals from the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) in developing technology-based solutions for justice system challenges. Applications are open from 26 October to 31 December 2026. The Justice, Tech & Youth Innovation Challenge aims to bridge the gap between artificial intelligence and the modern rule of law. The initiative will equip participants with skills to develop responsible, practical solutions to improve access to justice services and legal information. By fostering regional collaboration, the challenge emphasizes transparency, accountability, and the ethical use of emerging technologies. Participants will receive coverage for flights and accommodation. The program includes four days of specialized training and a three-day mentored hackathon, focusing on real-world justice challenges.

To qualify, applicants must be:

Participants will work on solutions in four priority areas

The challenge is a strategic investment in young professionals, essential for advancing digital transformation and strengthening the rule of law in the GCC region. It supports UNITAR’s mission to harness talent for sustainable development and effective governance. For more detailed instructions, visit the official application page. Who can apply for this challenge? Young professionals aged 25-35 from Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE, with relevant academic backgrounds and Arabic proficiency. What costs are covered for participants? Flights and accommodation expenses are covered by the project. What is the deadline for applications? Applications must be submitted by 31 December 2026. What are the dates and location of the program? The program will take place from 21–28 March 2027 in Doha, Qatar. What are the focus areas of the innovation challenge? The challenge focuses on responsible AI, legal information access, digital justice, and multilingual legal navigation. Interested applicants should review the official guidelines and prepare their applications promptly. Ensure all eligibility criteria are met and submit before the deadline to participate in this transformative challenge.

Before you bid on this tender

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