Application Deadline: 15 March, 2024
LOCATION: Qatar
WISE is launching the next generation of the WISE Prize as one sole initiative, identifying a group of finalists to partake in this competition. WISE will identify and provide support through capacity building and mentorship to organizations tackling new challenges ahead. This iteration of the WISE Prize will work with the chosen finalists over the span of one year to develop solutions that addresses one of the following key education challenges: Improving the teaching of Arabic language, Accelerating foundational literacies, and Addressing challenges in A.I.
ELIGIBILITY:
Any type of legally registered organization including colleges, universities, academic networks, schools, civil society, community organizations, governments, international agencies, private-sector companies and non-profit entities working in the field of education are invited to apply. The organization should be in operation for at least 12 months with established programs or products.
Representation from any education sector including pre-primary, primary, secondary, tertiary, EdTech, vocational training, higher education, special needs education, informal learning, lifelong learning and more, are welcome to apply.
Applications should be for original works and projects, and should be submitted by a representative working within the project. All applicants should therefore guarantee that their organization, or they themselves, originate the project, and should not hold WISE liable for any action or claim from a third party with respect to the project submitted.
BENEFIT:
Organizations submit a proposal to address one of three education challenges
A shortlist of applicants undergo a thorough due diligence process
An external committee of education experts identify 4-6 finalists
Finalists develop an education solution over a 12-month period
Financial support of $100k – $150k USD provided to support the solution development
Access to tailored mentorship to drive solution development
Access to capacity-building for team members
Progress monitoring and support from WISE
A $1 million USD Prize* awarded at the 2025 WISE Summit
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