The Development Gateway Foundation is calling for nominations for its US$100,000 prize for outstanding achievement in the use of information and communication technologies (ICT) to improve lives in developing countries. Sponsored in part by Intel Corporation, this year’s Development Gateway Award is focusing on initiatives that empower or improve the conditions of youth. |
Global Prize for ICT Initiative: $100,000 to Benefit Youth |
The Development
Gateway Foundation is calling for nominations for its US$100,000
prize for outstanding achievement in the use of information and
communication technologies (ICT) to improve lives in developing
countries. Sponsored in part by Intel Corporation, this year’s Development Gateway
Award is focusing on initiatives that empower or improve the
conditions of youth. The award will be launched this evening at the United Nations’ World Urban Forum III event in Vancouver, Canada, at a special reception for youth participants following the close of this weekend’s World Youth Forum. Both events have gathered people from around the world to tackle critical development issues. Go to our award website for full award criteria and to access the online nomination form. The application deadline is August 11. > Visit our Youth for Development online community > Visit our ICT for Development online community. |
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