Youth Climate Innovation Challenge
Description
Youth Climate Innovation Challenge 2026
Imagine. Innovate. Make an Impact.
Are you aged 12–17 and passionate about making a difference?
Join the Youth Climate Innovation Challenge, a free, hands-on STEM experience where young innovators work alongside professional engineers and STEM mentors to develop creative solutions to real-world climate challenges.
Presented by Nepalese Engineers in WA Inc. (NEWA) in collaboration with The Australian STEM Project Inc., and supported by City of Cockburn and sponsored by PowerGie Engineering and OzDHUN Live, this exciting program brings together young minds, engineering expertise and community leadership.
Upto $1000 cash prize to be given away
What to expect?
Explore: Discover climate challenges and opportunities for sustainable innovation.
Learn: Participate in interactive workshops covering design thinking, problem-solving, project planning and presentation skills.
Innovate: Develop your own climate solution, individually or as part of a team.
Connect: Receive guidance and mentoring from experienced engineers and STEM professionals.
Present: Pitch your solution to a panel of industry, research and community representatives.
Event Dates:
14 Nov 2026 - Just the students to be present on the day
28 Nov 2026- Presentation, public event- everyone is welcome
Who can participate?
Young people aged 12- 17.
No previous engineering or STEM experience is required. Just bring your curiosity, creativity and willingness to learn!
Parents please complete the registration for your child.
Program format:
Stage 1- Discover & Design: Hands-on workshops and project planning.
Stage 2- Develop & Mentor: Approximately two weeks to refine your innovation with mentor support.
Stage 3- Pitch & Celebrate: Present your solution to a judging panel, with families and community members invited to celebrate your achievements.
Places are limited to 30 participants. Registration is essential.
Join us to turn climate challenges into opportunities for innovation.
Tickets for good, not greed Humanitix dedicates 100% of profits from booking fees to charity

