How the World Summit Awards Work
Eight categories, one nominee per category per country, and an international jury.
A Nomination-Based Award
WSA selects and promotes local digital innovation that improves society. It is a non-monetary award: instead of a one-time prize, winners gain lasting recognition and a place in a worldwide network.
Every participating country has a WSA National Expert who runs the local selection. As the Singapore chapter, we nominate up to eight Singapore solutions each year, one per category, for the global round.
The 8 Categories
The categories reflect the UN WSIS action lines and the UN Sustainable Development Goals. Choose the one where your solution has the most impact.
The Annual Cycle
Exact dates change each year. Register your interest and we will tell you when each stage opens.
01
Applications open
Usually in the second quarter. Submit your solution through the WSA application portal.
02
Singapore nomination
Our National Expert selects up to eight Singapore solutions, one per category.
03
Global jury
An online jury creates a shortlist, then a Grand Jury selects the winners.
04
Winners announced
40 global winners are announced early the following year.
05
WSA Global Congress
Winners pitch, attend workshops and receive their award at the Global Congress.
Who Can Enter
WSA AWARD
For organisations and individuals
- Startups, companies, government agencies, NGOs, social enterprises and individuals
- A digital solution that is live and creating social impact: an app, website, platform, game or similar
- Free to enter
WSA YOUNG INNOVATORS
For founders under 26
- At least one founder and the majority of the team must be under 26
- Open to startups, student groups and project teams
- Returns in 2027 after a pause in 2026
What You Gain
WINNERS
- Invitation to the WSA Global Congress, including pitching sessions, workshops and the award ceremony
- A place in a network of innovators, jurors and partners across 182 countries
- Promotion on WSA channels, plus a winners certificate
NOMINEES
- The WSA nominee seal for your website and materials
- Press templates and media support
- Feedback from the international jury
Thinking of Entering?
Register your interest for WSA 2027 and be the first to know when applications open.