International Creativity and Innovation Award (ICIA) is designed as a learning platform for young innovators through experiences of creativity and innovation organized in the form of online and onsite (hybrid) competitions and collaborations that are integrated into the World Creativity and Innovation Day (WCID) initiated by the United Nations Nations as part of the celebration of creativity and innovation.
SDGs & ICIA Connection
In supporting the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by the United Nations, the designed activities in ICIA provide opportunities for participants to explore and actualize themselves through a learning process that includes Webinars and Kryative Talk sessions as part of mentoring to inspire participants in gaining broader insights and points of view about creativity and innovation; inventing the new solution of SDGs, Networking session, as well as Pitching and Showcase of their invention to international experts and judges.
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ICIA 2026 Cambodia & Indonesia:
A Global Celebration of Innovation
ICIA 2026 brought together more than 5000 participants from around the world, creating a vibrant global community driven by creativity, innovation, and collaboration. From students and educators to startups and industry leaders, every connection made became part of an unforgettable international journey.
ICIA 2026 Cambodia & Indonesia:
Young Innovators Shaping the Future
From hundreds of innovative student projects to participants representing 50 countries and nationalities, ICIA 2026 showcased the creativity and passion of young innovators worldwide. The event became a platform where ideas transformed into impactful solutions for the future.
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50 Countries & Nationalities
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250 Student Innovative Projects
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68 Innovation Challenge Projects
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553 Students
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32 Inventor Wannabe Teams
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150 Innovation Award Projects
ICIA 2026 Cambodia & Indonesia:
Inspiring Through Knowledge Sharing
Supported by educators, professional experts, mentor judges, and speakers from diverse industries, ICIA 2026 created meaningful opportunities for learning and collaboration. With over 60K online views, the impact of the event extended far beyond the venue itself.
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104 Teachers
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108 Mentor Judges
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7 Internal Reviewers
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140 Professional Experts
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32 Speakers
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60K Online Views
ICIA 2026 Cambodia & Indonesia:
Building a Strong Innovation Ecosystem
ICIA 2026 successfully connected startups, educational institutions, industry partners, communities, and government representatives within one collaborative ecosystem. These partnerships strengthened the event’s mission to drive innovation and create long-term global impact.
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47 SIW Delegates
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125 Educational Institutions
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73 Industry Partners & Communities
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15 Global Finalist Startups
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18 Government Institutions
History
Aims
International Creativity and Innovation Award (ICIA) is designed for young innovators to practice their problem-solving skills in answering SDGs challenge and as part of appreciation platform for young innovators to introduce their innovation to the world during World Creativity and Innovation Day (WCID). In addition, ICIA learning process will help young generation strengthen their will to learn and recognize what they want to achieve in order to prepare for their life. These activities are formulated based on the Krya learning cycle: Inspiring, Creating, Dedicating to promote the 21st-century skills.
Mentor Judges, Speakers, and Professionals
Get picked by the top! We choose the best startups in each area with the assistance of an international and multidisciplinary committee that includes top scientists, business leaders, deep tech entrepreneurs, and well-known venture investors. These are some of the members of the jury.
