Call for Innovations: 11th Multi-stakeholder Forum on Science, Technology and Innovation for the Sustainable Development Goals – YOA

Deadline: January 18, 2026

Call for Innovations is ongoing for the 11th Multi-stakeholder Forum on Science, Technology and Innovation for the Sustainable Development Goals. The United Nations Multi-stakeholder Forum on Science, Technology and Innovation for the Sustainable Development Goals (STI Forum) is looking for breakthrough, scalable options addressing vital challenges in low-useful resource settings that may assist speed up progress on the SDGs. Young innovators and early-stage resolution builders are inspired to apply and contribute their creativity to advancing the SDGs.

Building on the robust outcomes of the 2025 version, which showcased 28 improvements from throughout the globe, the 2026 Call will focus on the STI Forum’s Theme on “Transformative, equitable and coordinated science, technology and innovation for the 2030 Agenda and a sustainable future for all” and advancing the following 5 SDGs:

• SDG 6 (Clean Water and Sanitation)
• SDG 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy)
• SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure)
• SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities)
• SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals)

Benefits

• Global Exposure: Gain recognition from UN Member States, researchers, funders, and improvement organizations.
• Networking Opportunities: Build relationships with collaborators, traders, and policymakers.
• Knowledge Exchange: Contribute to sharing concepts that may drive the last push for SDG implementation to 2030.

Eligibility

• Young innovators and early-stage resolution builders are inspired to apply.
• The Call seeks to interact younger innovators, in addition to underrepresented teams, together with girls and Indigenous innovators, whose views and management are important for inclusive and sustainable improvement.

Application

• Submit Innovations: Share your concepts, options, or funded improvements to encourage world motion.

Click here to apply

For extra data, go to UN STI Forum.