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Geneva Centre for Security Policy Prize for Innovation 2026
Geneva Centre for Security Policy (GCSP)
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Funding amount
CHF 10,000 for the first-place winner. Second and third place receive recognition certificates, while two additional projects receive honourable mentions
Deadline
September 23, 2026
Level
Early Career
Mid Career
Other
What's covered
Cash Award
Global Recognition
About this opportunity
The GCSP Prize for Innovation in Global Security recognises innovative projects, initiatives, research, inventions and organisations that address global security challenges in creative and impactful ways. The competition is open across disciplines and sectors, with projects expected to have relevance beyond a single country
Requirements
- Apply as an individual, group or organisation.
- Be from any country.
- Submit a project that contributes to global security.
- The project should demonstrate an innovative approach or new idea.
- Eligible submissions can include:
- Technological innovations
- Conceptual innovations
- Original research
- Grassroots initiatives
- New inventions
- Security-related organisations or programmes
- The project should have international/global relevance.
- Submit the application through the official online form.
- Application must be submitted in English.
- Provide a project description and explain its contribution and impact on global security.