Benefits

The WSA is a non-monetary award system with a focus on sustainable knowledge transfer through a worldwide network. This means that winners benefit not from a one time financial reward, but a lifelong partnership and integration - Network Capital.

By participating in the World Summit Awards, nominated teams and social entrepreneurs  gain recognition for their outstanding achievements and become part of a global learning community of exceptional innovators. Connect4Impact with like-minded individuals, access mentorship opportunities, and foster collaborations that can amplify the impact of creative digitalsolutions.

Winners of the WSA Benefits

•  Invitation to the WSA Global Congress including:
  • Pitching seminars
  • Pitching session in front of an international audience during the Congress
  • A program of specially crafted workshops for the winners
  • Invitation to the prestigious award ceremony
  • Board and lodging for the duration of the Congress (only on-site events)
  • Eye to eye exchange with speakers, jurors and international guests
• Integration into a network of internationally recognized digital content developers
• Access to the WSA community of global experts and industry leaders in 182 countries
• Interaction with world-renowned sponsors and partners of the WSA community
• Workshops specially shaped for the winners' needs
• Special placement on WSA website, youtube channel and social media promotion
• Long-term coverage within WSA editorial channels
• Presentation of the winning solutions in the WSA Catalogue (print publication)
• Winners certificate

Nominees' Benefits

A nomination for the WSA is already a win - these are the rewards

• More coverage of your product. WSA provides nominees with press templates to help them to gain the attention of national media with support of the WSA national experts
• WSA nominee seal to use on websites, social media channels and publications
• Opportunity to receive feedback from the jurors.
• Being nominated for the WSA means to be the best in the respective country in one of our 8 categories. Experience has shown that this qualification can immensely improve outreach.

Jennifer Farrell

With regard to the Congress, it was a wonderful experience for us! Not only were all of the sessions really interesting and inspiring, but everything was in place for us to meet and approach everyone, to make great contacts, to share ideas, and to feel like we were part of a greater community of people who really want to make a positive impact on the world. It was really exciting to talk to serial entrepreneurs, investors, researchers, and start-ups like ours who face a specific set of challenges doing tech for impact in an under-resourced part of the world. We made amazing contacts and felt so inspired and motivated by all of the people we met, as well as taking back some new ideas and new skills from the sessions we attended.

Sachi Wickramage

“What we do through digital innovations and as digital innovators do not necessarily have to be disruptive technological advancements. But, ones that aspire to make a better Social Impact.

WSA contributes to the UN Sustainable Development Goals agenda by giving an opportunity to digital innovators from over 180 UN countries to showcase their ability to accelerate positive Social Impact by aligning their work to the 17 SDGs.

During this summit, the best problem solvers from around the world gather under one roof and take part in interactive knowledge sharing sessions, smart discussion forums and various networking events. Eminent speakers take the stage and disseminate knowledge across various fields of expertise, providing thought-provoking inspiration to all attendees. I truly admire the perfect planning and execution of each aspect of the summit where WSA panel always treats everyone like family. By just participating in the WSA, one learns and grows more within few days that would have in months."

Odeta Iseviciute

WSA 2016 is so far the best event that I have been to in my professional life. I am still overwhelmed by the number of amazing people that I met, great ideas that I heard and potential connections for future business. For me it was all about people, people and once again inspiration that I got from people at the event. From discussing UN's challenges in getting closer to social entrepreneurs to hearing about projects that help to save lives in Bangladesh or prevent bulling in schools in Mexico, or help children become next generation developers.... WSA 2016 Congress in Singapore has made me extremely proud to be one of WSA winners and part of this incredible community.

Rahat Hossain

"The WSA Social Innovation Congress 2016 was a great opportunity for networking and learning from experts! Every social business is unique and there is no end of learning from each other. I am really appreciating that WSA brings all best social entrepreneurs onto a single platform and lead them to greater success."

Chris Georgiev

WSA in Singapore was amazing opportunity for us to showcase Imagga’s exciting image recognition technology and make new friendships and valuable connection. WSA family brings so much value to a technology startup based in Eastern Europe. We strongly believe being part of the event, and now, one of the 8 Global Champions is great honor but also a chance to work together with so many bright minds from all over the world into making UN’s Sustainable Development Goals reality.

Wilhelmina Louw

Attending the WSA Global Congress was an awesome experience. I only have positive feelings about the congress and the smooth running of all the processes. All the projects presented by the winners was outstanding and really opened my eyes on the impact technology is having not only on education but also how it can enable start-up entrepreneurs, government and health development globally.