The United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research (UNIDIR), in partnership with the Centre for International Governance Innovation (CIGI), has officially announced the 2025 Outer Space Security Conference Youth Video Competition. This is a life-changing, global opportunity aimed at amplifying youth voices on the future of space governance. The theme is nothing short of visionary: “It’s the year 2050. You are working on outer space security—what challenge are you facing, and how are you responding?”
This is your chance to envision a bold future, create a powerful 1–3 minute video, and get the opportunity to present your work live in Geneva, Switzerland, during the prestigious Outer Space Security Conference 2025 (OS25) scheduled for 9–10 September 2025.
The initiative challenges young minds to imagine the world three decades ahead. Whether you’re roleplaying as a space diplomat, a satellite regulator, an AI engineer managing orbital traffic, or a strategist countering space-related cyber threats—UNIDIR invites you to tell your story, propose solutions, and create an impactful visual experience. Selected winners will be invited to Geneva on a fully funded trip, where their videos will be screened, and they’ll give a lightning talk presentation in front of high-profile diplomats, policy experts, and scientists.
This competition is not just about video-making. It’s about being heard at the global level, influencing policy, and participating in multilateral disarmament discourse. If you’re a young person passionate about the peaceful and sustainable use of outer space, this is your moment to shine.
Beyond showcasing your creativity, selected winners will have their videos promoted on UNIDIR’s communication platforms and may be invited to co-author a published commentary expanding on their video concept. This is an incredible platform to demonstrate leadership, innovation, and critical thinking on the global stage—and it’s absolutely free to enter.
If you’ve ever dreamed of playing a role in diplomatic decision-making, contributing to space disarmament policy, or engaging in next-level international collaboration, this competition is your fast-track to that reality.
You’ll gain exclusive access to one of the world’s most respected UN-affiliated platforms, and your work will be placed at the heart of serious discussions surrounding outer space and its peaceful use. You’ll get to experience Geneva—the global hub of diplomacy—not as a tourist, but as an invited thought leader shaping the future.
Whether you’re a filmmaker, engineer, policy student, or space enthusiast, this is a risk-free, powerful opportunity to make your voice heard. And the best part? There are zero fees to apply—no cost, no gimmicks, just vision and value.
Name of Organizer
United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research (UNIDIR), in partnership with the Centre for International Governance Innovation (CIGI)
Requirement/Eligibility
1. Applicants must be between 18 and 25 years old at the time of submission.
2. Open to citizens of all countries, regardless of region or background.
3. Submit only one original video per participant.
4. Videos must be between 1 and 3 minutes long.
5. Entries must be in MP4 format, with video, audio, and subtitles embedded.
6. Non-English videos must include English subtitles.
7. Videos should be preferably in landscape orientation, although portrait is accepted.
8. All content must be original, with no copyrighted music, images, or AI-generated visuals.
9. Submissions must respond to the 2050 space governance prompt and demonstrate creativity and thematic relevance.
10. Applicants must agree to the terms and conditions, including content usage rights by UNIDIR.
Prize
This competition offers a fully funded experience that includes:
- Round-trip economy airfare to Geneva, Switzerland
- Accommodation during the Outer Space Security Conference (OS25)
- A daily per diem to cover meals and local expenses
- Screening of the winning video at the OS25 conference
- A lightning talk presentation of your concept in front of a global audience
- Promotion of the winning video on UNIDIR’s website and social media platforms
- Opportunity to collaborate on a written commentary to be published by UNIDIR
This prize package is unbeatable, offering not just travel and exposure, but long-term career value through global recognition and direct networking opportunities with professionals in space policy, diplomacy, technology, and international law.
Deadline:
July 18, 2025
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