Be a part of the NEOM Science Innovation Challenge 2021

Main Event: October 10th-14th, 2021

Guide innovative thinkers of the future and help tackle global challenges!

Have a lasting impact on the shape of tomorrow’s world by mentoring and guiding teams of innovative high-schoolers as they create out-of-the-box solutions to tackle pressing global issues. The Global Exec., in partnership with NEOM, has created this platform for young leaders to have their say in fields that’ll define generations to come. Learn more about the challenge via the event page.


Cement your place as a mentor here before 10th September, 2021

Ideation period between 11th September and 10th October, 2021

Hacking days commence on October 10th and run until 14th, 2021


WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO BE A MENTOR?

Work closely with students as they aim to come up with future-defining solutions in the fields of Food Supply, Tech & Digital, Energy, Environment, Biotech, Water. Guide and inspire students to make a lasting impact on their future.

What will I gain from being a mentor/judge?

  • The chance to share your knowledge and have a direct impact on the young generation

  • Have a genuine impact on global issues and NEOM’s future

  • Practice your mentoring skills and learn reciprocally from creative young minds

  • Network within an international setting with other esteemed industry leaders

  • Get involved in NEOM, one of the most exciting urban city development projects in the world

What do I need to do in my role as a mentor?

  • Support the team, answer questions, and give advice/feedback on the project

  • Help divide the roles within the team accordingly

  • Connect the team with other experts if required to enable the team to develop the best outcome

  • Act as a guide, a valuable helping hand that can give feedback or add to the project

  • Give tips and suggestions on the team’s final pitch

You’ll be in good company!

Here are some of our ongoing mentors and judges who’ve helped teams grow, develop and succeed in their projects.

 
 

Henry Gordon-Smith
Founder & CEO of Agritecture

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Adriana Marais
Marais, Founder of Proudly Human

Henrique Miranda
Co-founder Better2Earth

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Yara Nagi
Director of Operations Agritecture

Angelica Sirotin
CEO Sirotin Ventures