The International Stockholm Junior Water Prize is world's most prestigious youth award for a water-related science project. The prize taps into the unlimited potential of today's high school students as they seek to address current and future water challenges.
The international Stockholm Junior Water Prize competition brings together the world’s brightest young scientists to encourage their continued interest in water and the environment. Each year, thousands of participants in over 30 countries join national competitions for the chance to represent their nation at the international final held during the World Water Week in Stockholm. During their time in Stockholm, winners of the national competitions receive an opportunity to meet and learn from the present leaders of the global water community and make life-long friendships with international compatriots who share a passion for water and science.
The national and international competitions are open to young people between the age of 15 and 20 who have conducted water-related projects focusing on local, regional, national or global topics of environmental, scientific, social or technological importance. The international winner receives a USD 5,000 award and a crystal sculpture. As a result of the competitions, thousands of young people around the world become interested in water.
Last year, Joyce Chai of United States went on to win the US as well as International Stockholm Junior Prize. More information on her winning research can be found atLink
If Joyce can, then so can you and kids around you!
For more information, be sure to check out these links:
Stockholm International Water Institute
Stockholm Junior Water Prize
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