
Open Ideas Lab

Empowering Young Innovators for a Better Tomorrow
Adopt a Challenge. Shape the Future

Empower the next generation to solve the world’s toughest challenges.
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Open Ideas Lab brings together students (ages 8–17) and leading scientists to tackle real-world problems across climate, health, space, and science.
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We invite forward-thinking organisations to go beyond traditional CSR—by adopting challenges, mentoring young innovators, and sponsoring breakthrough ideas.
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​​​1. Adopt a Challenge
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Align your CSR priorities with one of our global challenges contributed by leading scientists.
Your organisation becomes the official partner of that challenge.
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Brand visibility on the challenge page
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Recognition as the “Challenge Sponsor”
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Alignment with a cause that reflects your values
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2. Mentor & Evaluate
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Engage your teams in meaningful ways:
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Join evaluation panels to review student ideas
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Provide mentorship to shortlisted teams
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Enable employee volunteering with purpose
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This is a unique opportunity for your employees to give back using their expertise.
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3. Sponsor Breakthrough Ideas
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Once top ideas are shortlisted and supported by scientists:
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Get access to curated, high-potential solutions
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Sponsor ideas through prototype / proof-of-concept stages
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Host “Build Days” or “Innovation Sprints” inside your organisation
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Help bring student innovations to life​
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​Why Partner With Us
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Purpose-led CSR aligned to global challenges
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Early access to innovation from young thinkers
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Employee engagement through mentoring & evaluation
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Global visibility as a champion of future talent
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Tangible impact beyond donations
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Recognition & Visibility
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Every adopted challenge and sponsored idea will prominently feature your organisation:
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“This Challenge is Adopted by [Your Company]”
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Logo placement across challenge and idea pages
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Featured stories and impact showcases
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Think of it as your digital innovation gallery, where your impact is visible to the world.
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