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2026 Slingshot Challenge Celebration
Join us at this celebration event showcasing the power of young people igniting the spark for global impact. The Slingshot Challenge has inspired a wide array of projects focused on tackling the planet’s most urgent environmental topics. Tune in to witness young changemakers from across the globe who are dedicated to improving our world.
Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. EDT
The Slingshot Challenge:
We believe that no problem is unsolvable and that great ideas come from ALL places. Our community of 13–18 year olds rose to the challenge and created 1-minute videos describing their ideas for solving environmental issues. We believe that, together, our ideas can lead to taking action to protect our planet and improve our future.
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Meet Past Award Recipients
Slingshot Community
Meet some of last year’s award recipients and watch their submissions.
Follow the Slingshot Challenge on TikTok @natgeoslingshot | Questions? slingshot@ngs.org
Slingshot Challenge is supported by the National Geographic Society and Allen Family Philanthropies.
Photo credits (from top of page): Mark Thiessen