Informational Guide

Are you a student who wants to learn to craft research proposals that inspire, compete on the global stage, boost college applications, and gain global recognition? This one’s for you!

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No experience needed!

Students aged 13 - 18

What is LGIC?

Timeline 2026

The LSE Generate Global Innovation Challenge (LGIC) is one of the world’s top virtual pitch comps for high schoolers — students to pitch solutions to the problems that matter. Whether it's a product, app, service, or social initiative tackling the UN Sustainable Development Goals, you'll learn to think like an entrepreneur through expert-led webinars and exclusive resources.

APRIL

MAY

1st April

Early Bird Registration Opens

Team Registrations form will be sent to all students via email once they register individually

JUNE

31st May

Early Bird Registration Closes

1st June

Regular Registration Opens

JULY

10th July

Live Webinars Begin

AUGUST

4th August

Registrations Close

18th August

Regional Round Submission Deadline

25th August

Regional Winners Announcement

30th August

Live Global Finals

SEPTEMBER

Global Winners Announcement

3rd September

Rewards

Cash prizes of up to $2500 and Mentorship sessions with experts

Internationally Publication and a recognized certificate

Virtual internship with LSE Social Enterprise Founders

Acquire strategy, leadership, and problem-solving critical skills through expert led webinars & bootcamps

Exclusive access to LSE Generate events

Partners

OFFICIAL SPONSOR

LSE Generate

Registered students will receive free access to pre-recorded bootcamps and live webinars led by industry experts.

Make a difference by tackling
real-world issues in your community!