ITU Gender Champions Programme 2027 will support up to four young women leaders aged 18–25 who are using technology and digital innovation to create positive change. Selected Gender Champions can participate in the AI for Good Global Summit 2027 in Geneva.
About the ITU Gender Champions Programme
The International Telecommunication Union (ITU) Gender Champions Programme is designed to recognize and support emerging young women leaders advancing digital transformation and digital inclusion.
The programme provides opportunities for young women changemakers to strengthen their leadership, amplify their impact and connect with experts, policymakers and innovators around the world.
The inaugural cohort will support up to four outstanding young women leaders aged 18–25.
What Selected Gender Champions Receive
Selected participants will have the opportunity to:
- Participate in the AI for Good Global Summit 2027 in Geneva, Switzerland.
- Connect with a global network of experts, policymakers and innovators.
- Strengthen their leadership and digital-impact work.
- Potentially receive support to implement or strengthen a community-level project.
The project support is subject to sufficient available funding and should advance women’s and girls’ digital inclusion, access, skills, or empowerment.
Who Can Apply?
The programme is looking for young women using technology to create positive change in their communities, countries or regions.
Examples include women working on:
- Digital skills and education
- Connectivity and digital access
- Innovative technology solutions
- Online safety
- AI for social good
- Inclusive digital policies
- Women’s and girls’ digital empowerment
For the inaugural cohort, applicants must be 18–25 years old. Full eligibility and selection criteria are provided in the programme’s Terms and Conditions.
AI for Good Global Summit 2027
Selected Gender Champions will have the opportunity to participate in the AI for Good Global Summit 2027, scheduled to take place in Geneva, Switzerland, from June 21–25, 2027.
This provides an opportunity for the selected young leaders to engage with a global community focused on technology and positive social impact.
Application Deadline
Applications opened on September 21, 2026 and close on:
November 15, 2026
The indicative selection timeline is:
- Applications close: November 15, 2026
- Review and selection: November 16, 2026 – March 7, 2027
- Cohort announcement: March 8, 2027
- AI for Good Global Summit: June 21–25, 2027
Only pre-selected candidates will be contacted.
How to Apply
Applicants should complete the official ITU Gender Champions Programme application form and review the programme Terms and Conditions before applying.
Apply for the ITU Gender Champions Programme
Read the ITU Programme Terms and Conditions
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can apply for the ITU Gender Champions Programme?
The inaugural programme is designed for young women aged 18–25 who are using technology and digital innovation to create positive change.
How many Gender Champions will be selected?
The first cohort will support up to four outstanding young women leaders.
What is the main opportunity for selected participants?
Selected Gender Champions can participate in the AI for Good Global Summit 2027 in Geneva.
When is the application deadline?
The deadline is November 15, 2026.
Is project funding guaranteed?
No. Support for implementing or strengthening a community-level project is subject to sufficient available funds.
Final Thoughts
The ITU Gender Champions Programme 2027 offers a focused leadership opportunity for young women using technology to advance digital inclusion and social impact.
With applications closing on November 15, 2026, eligible applicants should review the Terms and Conditions and submit their applications before the deadline.
Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only. We are not affiliated with the International Telecommunication Union or the ITU Gender Champions Programme. Applicants should verify the latest eligibility requirements, selection criteria, and programme conditions directly with ITU before applying.
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