Application deadline for the “AI4DOST Social Award” competition extended

The application period for the “AI4DOST Social Award” competition, organized as part of the “SOCGOV 2026 – Digital Analytics for Smart Governance” international forum, has been extended by 15 days.

Taking into account the high level of interest in the competition and the large number of applications received, the application process will continue until September 15, 2026.

The main objective of the competition is to identify, widely showcase and promote best practices, innovative solutions and initiatives with a high social impact in the social sector.

The international competition is held in 4 categories:

* AI-based digital solutions in the social sector;
* social volunteering and civic initiatives;
* scientific contribution to the development of the social sector;
* regional social initiative.

Individual nominations:

* young social innovator of the year;
* social transformation leader / initiator;
* for a sustained contribution to the development of the social sector.

Those wishing to participate in the competition can submit their applications until September 15, 2026 via the application link⁠ https://socgov.az/az/application .

The awarding ceremony for the winners will be held as part of the SOCGOV 2026 forum, which will take place in Khankendi in October this year.