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Call for Participants: Global Competition on Design for Futures (GCD4F 2026)

The Global Competition on Design for Futures (GCD4F), initiated by Beijing Normal University (BNU) in 2018 and co-organized with UNESCO IITE, is an annual flagship event of the World Digital Education Alliance. Formerly focused on education, this year's competition expands its scope to harness the power of design and artificial intelligence (AI) in accelerating progress across the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

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Overview

The Global Competition on Design for Futures (GCD4F), initiated by Beijing Normal University (BNU) in 2018 and co-organized with UNESCO IITE, is an annual flagship event of the World Digital Education Alliance. Formerly focused on education, this year's competition expands its scope to harness the power of design and artificial intelligence (AI) in accelerating progress across the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Verification and handoff

Before using this card

The card supports initial analysis and working briefs, but does not confirm eligibility or replace the official terms.

Before applying

What to prepare

A short practical checklist for this kind of opportunity. Always confirm final requirements on the official source.

01

Check eligibility

Confirm geography, applicant type, sector limits, and submission language.

02

Lock the deadline

Leave time for registration, signatures, support letters, and document upload.

03

Assemble the research pack

Prepare novelty, team, timeline, budget, and commercialization path.

04

Verify the official source

Before applying, check the latest terms, forms, and contact details.

Application

How to apply

A short route to submission. It helps keep the steps visible, but does not replace the official source instructions.

  1. 01

    Open the official source

    Check current terms, contacts, and submission format on the source page.

  2. 02

    Check criteria

    Confirm country, applicant type, sector, project stage, and participant restrictions.

  3. 03

    Assemble the pack

    Prepare project description, budget, supporting documents, and support letters when required.

  4. 04

    Submit and save confirmation

    After submission, save the application number, email copy, or confirmation screenshot.