The National Geographic Society’s Slingshot Challenge is an innovative youth challenge that gives young problem-solvers, advocates, and stewards for the planet the opportunity to create actionable solutions to pressing environmental issues. Individuals or groups of up to six members design a project that addresses one of these environmental areas: cleaning air, restoring oceans, protecting nature, reducing waste, or tackling climate change. Participants create a one-minute video designed to bring attention to the chosen issue, explain the solution idea, and inspire others to join the cause. Winning videos can receive up to $10,000 in funding to implement the idea.
Location(s)
- Remote
Schedule
- Challenge opens mid September and ends February 1
Cost/Compensation
- Free
Eligibility Requirements
- Youth ages 13-18 (at time of submission) from any country in the world are eligible to submit a video.
- Youth may choose to work individually or as a team of up to six participants.
- Parental or legal guardian permission is required for submission for youth under 18. When registering, youth are prompted to enter a parent or educator email address.
Deadline
- February 1
Application or Entry Requirements
- Step 1. Sign up at www.SlingshotChallenge.org to receive challenge updates.
- Step 2. Get registered via our Videos for Change site.
- Step 3: Download challenge toolkit and sign up for a workshop.
- Step 4: Create and submit your 1-minute video.
Notifications of Decisions
- Winning videos will be announced in May
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The National Geographic Society, established in 1888, is a non-profit organization focused on advancing and disseminating geographic knowledge and exploration. Widely recognized for its global influence, the Society is committed to inspiring environmental awareness, cultural understanding, and scientific discovery. Through its well-known yellow-bordered magazine, documentaries, educational initiatives, and support for scientific research and expeditions, National Geographic plays a key role in shaping public perceptions of the Earth and its diverse ecosystems and cultures.
