The International Telecommunication Union (ITU) AI for Good Impact Awards celebrate exceptional AI solutions that promote sustainability, inclusivity, and positive global change.

The awards highlight innovative and impactful AI applications that contribute to key areas such as well-being, education, equality, environmental sustainability, economic growth, and social progress. By recognizing achievements in AI across diverse sectors, the program aims to encourage ethical, responsible, and effective AI-driven solutions that benefit humanity and the planet.

Winners of the AI for Good Impact Awards will receive global recognition and the opportunity to showcase their work at the AI for Good Awards Ceremony on July 9, 2025, in Geneva. With a commitment to improving AI partnerships and driving purpose-driven innovation, the awards underscore the potential of AI to address some of the world’s most pressing challenges.

Key Details and Dates

• Application Deadline: May 15, 2025
• Evaluation phase: 16 – 31 May 2025
• Finalists Announcement: June 2, 2025
• Winners Announcement: July 9, 2025
• Funding Type: Non-monetary
• Organizer: International Telecommunication Union (ITU)
• Partner: Tech to the Rescue
• Eligible Countries: All
• Eligible Gender: Male/Female
• Target Group: Individuals, SMEs, large corporations, non-profit organizations, academic and research institutions, government bodies
• Focus Areas: AI for societal, environmental, and economic impact
• Program Language: English
• Host Country: Switzerland (Geneva)

Benefits

Participants will benefit as follows:

• Global recognition and credibility for AI-driven initiatives
• Opportunity to showcase work at the AI for Good Awards Ceremony
• Networking with AI leaders, innovators, and policymakers
• Exposure to potential funding and collaboration opportunities
• Inclusion in AI for Good’s promotional and outreach efforts

Award Categories

The award has three categories as follows:

• AI for People: Recognizing AI solutions that enhance human well-being, education, equality, and public health.
• AI for Planet: Honoring AI innovations that contribute to environmental sustainability and climate action.
• AI for Prosperity: Celebrating AI-driven advancements that foster economic growth, industry innovation, and social progress

Each category includes:

• Main Award: Recognizing outstanding contributions in AI.
• Pro Bono Collaboration Award: Highlighting AI partnerships addressing global challenges.

Eligibility Criteria

Who can apply?

• Open to individuals, organizations, and institutions globally
• AI solutions must align with one of the three award categories
• Projects should demonstrate innovation, measurable impact, and sustainability
• Entries must adhere to ethical AI principles (fairness, transparency, privacy, and responsibility)

Selection Criteria

The participants will be judged based on the following criteria:

• Innovation: The AI solution should introduce unique, novel approaches to tackling key challenges.
• Impact: The project must demonstrate measurable societal, environmental, or economic benefits.
• Sustainability: The long-term viability and scalability of the AI solution will be evaluated.
• Contribution to Global Challenges: Projects should align with the objectives of their selected category.
• Ethical Considerations: Entries must adhere to responsible AI principles, ensuring fairness, transparency, and privacy.

How to Apply?

• Visit the official AI for Good Impact Awards website.
• Complete the online application form.
• Submit the required documents by May 15, 2025.
• Shortlisted finalists will be announced on June 2, 2025.
• Attend the AI for Good Awards Ceremony on July 9, 2025, where winners will be officially recognized.

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Further details and information are available on the official website.

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