At Innovatank, we think that solving the most important problems in the world requires global cooperation and hands-on learning. This idea was realized at the World XP, where we organized a fantastic event that united the winners of twelve case competitions, hackathons, and thesis competitions from all over the world. The full-house event marked a historic moment in education, as over 3,150 students participated in this transformative experience, tackling urgent global challenges with the guidance of 70 mentors.
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A Collaborative Force for Change
The World XP was more than just a competition; it was also a space for collaboration, innovation, and problem solving. With 80 finalists selected from institutions across the globe, the event brought together bright minds from universities such as:
- Beijing Institute of Technology
- Corvinus University of Budapest
- University of Calgary
- Université de Montréal
- Concordia University
- McGill University
- University of Ottawa
- Université Catholique de Louvain
- Simon Fraser University
- University of Manitoba
- York University
- University of Toronto
- Dawson College
- John Abbott
- Marianopolis
- Vanier College
These talented students worked in teams to address 8 critical themes that are shaping the future of our world:
- Innovation Infrastructure
- Sustainable and Affordable World
- Community Building
- Good Health and Well-Being
- Quality Education
- Responsible Consumption
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Collaborators for Global Impact
The success of the World XP wouldn’t have been possible without the support of our incredible collaborators. Organizations like Scotiabank, Indire.net, Smart One, NatureSource, ManMade, E3 Consulting, and Subway played a pivotal role in making this event a reality. Their contributions enabled us to create an environment where students and mentors could engage in deep, meaningful conversations and come up with actionable solutions to the challenges of today.
Empowering Future Leaders
What makes the World XP truly special is the impact it has on students. Not only did they get the opportunity to collaborate with peers from different parts of the world, but they were also mentored by industry experts who provided invaluable insights and guidance. The mentors, coming from a diverse range of industries and backgrounds, helped students refine their solutions and develop the skills needed to turn their ideas into reality.
The event also served as a powerful reminder of the importance of cross-disciplinary and cross-cultural collaboration. By bringing together students from various countries and universities, the World XP fostered an environment where different perspectives could converge, creating innovative solutions that are reflective of our global interconnectedness.
Solving Real-World Problems
The 8 themes addressed at the World XP reflect some of the most urgent challenges of our time. From improving innovation infrastructure to ensuring responsible consumption, the solutions developed by the finalists not only showed creativity and problem-solving skills but also highlighted the potential of the next generation of leaders to drive meaningful change.
The World XP is more than just a competition; it is a driving force for global change. The ideas generated during the event will continue to inspire and guide future initiatives as we work towards a more sustainable, inclusive, and prosperous world.
Looking Ahead
As we reflect on the success of the World XP, we are more inspired than ever to continue building platforms that connect students, mentors, and industry leaders from around the world. The impact of this event proves that when we come together, we can address even the most complex global issues with innovation, collaboration, and determination.
Stay tuned for future events and initiatives as we continue to empower students to become the problem-solvers and leaders of tomorrow.
The World XP was an extraordinary display of the power of collaboration and real-life learning. With the support of our collaborators and the dedication of our participants, we are proud to have facilitated an event that has already started shaping the future of education and innovation. We look forward to the continued impact of the brilliant minds who took part and to future initiatives that will inspire even more positive change.
