Applications are now open for the 2022 Global Citizen Prize: Cisco Youth Leadership Award. The Global Citizen Prize: Cisco Youth Leadership Award honors an individual aged 18-30 who has contributed meaningfully towards the goal of ending extreme poverty.
Applicants are judged holistically by their application materials and supporting documents against five equally weighted criteria:
Impact: Demonstrated track-record of measurable impact at scale over the last 3-5 years advancing one or more of the Global Goals.
Vision: Compelling vision and concrete plans for how to extend this work in the next 3-5 years, including how the prize will advance efforts.
Catalyst: Inspires other young people to have an impact on achieving one or more of the Global Goals.
Global Citizenship: Demonstrates the values and embodies the spirit of a Global Citizen and global problem solver.
Technical Innovation: Innovates with technology or internet-based communications to improve efficiency, reach, and magnify impact.
Award Size: USD 250,000
Deadline: 30 January, 2022