The LSE Generate Global Innovation Challenge (LGIC) is a fully virtual pitch competition for high school students ages 13–18, run in partnership with LSE Generate — the entrepreneurship hub of the London School of Economics. Teams of 2–4 students (or individuals) identify a real problem in their community and pitch an innovative solution connected to the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
The competition runs in two rounds: Regional Qualifiers followed by the Live Global Finals, held in August each year. Registered participants gain access to expert-led webinars and exclusive resources. The top prize includes $1,000 cash, a virtual internship with LSE Social Enterprise Founders, and mentorship from industry experts.
Registration costs $20 per student ($15 early bird); the 2026 final registration deadline is August 4, 2026. Visit globinnovation.org to register.