Geneva Center for Security Policy (GCSP) Prize for Innovation in Global Security 2022

Geneva Center for Security Policy (GCSP) Prize for Innovation in Global Security 2022

When is Application Deadline?

22nd September 2022

Tell Me About Award:

In 2015, under the umbrella of its Creativity and Innovation Initiative, the GCSP and its Geopolitics and Global Futures Programme established a prize in order to recognise deserving individuals or organisations that have an innovative approach to addressing international security challenges.

The prize is designed to reach across all relevant disciplines and fields. It is intended to encourage and recognise excellence in contributing to new approaches to enhancing sustainable global security. A broad range of projects could qualify for consideration, including, but not limited to, technological and conceptual innovations, original research or grassroots initiatives.

What Type of Award is this?

Entrepreneurship

Who can apply?

• The prize is awarded for projects by any individual, group of individuals, or organisation (from private or public sectors), which contribute to global security and have been submitted for consideration according to these rules and regulations.
• Applications may come from any country, but the projects should go beyond national borders in their reach or thinking and seek to address global security in innovative ways or through new ideas. A broad range of projects could qualify for consideration, including, but not limited to, technological and conceptual innovations, original research, or grassroots initiatives.

Which Countries are Eligible?

African countries, Americas, Antarctica Region, Asia, Australia and New Zealand, Europe, Micronesia

Where will Award be Taken?

Remote

How Many Positions will be Given?

Not specified

What is the Benefit of Award?

The winners (first, second and third place) will be announced publicly during an event to be held in November 2022. The prize for the application coming in first position is CHF 10’000 and a certificate of excellence. The two other finalist applications will receive a certificate of recognition. The winners will be announced in November 2022.

How to Apply for Program?

Apply

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