The WSA Grand Jury is where the winners who's projects will be celebrated in the next Global Congress in Hyderabad, were chosen. During the Jury, a carefully selected group of international experts congregated to evaluate and select the top digital innovations addressing societal challenges, and helping achieve the UN SDGs. The WSA Grand Jury Meeting convened with 30 renowned experts from 24 countries to review nominations from 182 UN member states and determine the 40 WSA Winners.
The Grand Jury was part of Digital Impact Days, and was held in Vienna, Austria. It took place from January 16 to 19. 

Jury Schedule

Thursday, January 16

09:00 - 18:00: WSA Grand Jury Meeting
Location: Hotel Schani

Friday, January 17

13:00 - 20:00: WSA Grand Jury Meeting
Location: Hotel Schani

Saturday, January 18

09:00 - 19:00: WSA Grand Jury Meeting
Location: Hotel Schani
Evening: Connect4Impact | WSA Networking Dinner for Jury Members & Partners

Sunday, January 19

10:00: WSA Grand Jury Closing Plenary

Meet WSA’s Decision Makers

The jury was composed of a diverse group of 30 international experts whose knowledge, commitment, and vast experience shaped the final selection of the 40 WSA Winners. These winners will proceed to present their innovative solutions at the Global Congress in Hyderabad, India.