ITU Gender Champions Programme 2027

Overview

The ITU Gender Champions Programme 2027 recognises and supports emerging women leaders who are advancing digital transformation, promoting digital inclusion and helping shape a more equitable digital future. It is aimed at young women who use technology to create positive change in their community, country or region.

The programme is implemented by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) with support from Australia and Women's WorldWide Web (W4). It gives young women changemakers opportunities to amplify their impact, strengthen their leadership and connect with a global network of experts, policymakers and innovators.

What you get

Selected Gender Champions can take part in the AI for Good Global Summit 2027 in Geneva, Switzerland, taking place from 21 to 25 June 2027.

Who can apply

The programme is open to women aged 18 to 25 who are nationals of countries in the ITU regions of Africa, the Americas, the Arab States, Asia and the Pacific, and the Commonwealth of Independent States, and who use digital technology to advance inclusive development.

Requirements

Applications are assessed on relevance to gender equality in digital transformation, leadership in closing the gender digital divide, measurable impact and scalability, originality and innovation, and capacity for collaboration and sustained engagement. All applications must be in English, and the information submitted is subject to verification.

Key dates

Applications close on 15 November 2026 at 11:59 pm CET.