MENTORS
FAQs
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What is The Earth Prize?
The Earth Prize, a global $100,000 environmental sustainability competition for students between the ages of 13 and 19, which will reward the teams whose projects have the most potential to address environmental issues.
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Who are The Earth Prize participants?
Secondary school students between the ages of 13 and 19.
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Who are The Earth Prize Mentors?
While the programme has until now primarily consisted of university students, The Earth Prize Mentors now also include professionals, researchers, and sustainability practitioners who are passionate about sustainability, innovation, and youth empowerment, and who want to share their knowledge and experience with the next generation of changemakers.
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What is the role of the Mentors?
The Mentors will help guide and support The Earth Prize Participants by answering teams' questions related to their environmental sustainability projects and ideas.
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Can I apply if I am not enrolled in a university?
Yes. The mentor programme is now open beyond university students, to professionals, researchers, sustainability practitioners, and individuals beyond higher education who are passionate about supporting the next generation of environmental changemakers.
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Will I receive a participation certificate?
Yes. Mentors who successfully complete the programme will receive an official Earth Prize Mentor Certificate at the end of the competition in recognition of their contribution and support throughout the cycle. Mentors will also be eligible for our new monthly “Mentor of the Month” recognition, celebrating individuals who go above and beyond in supporting students and contributing to the mentor community.
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What is The Earth Prize Mentor of the Month recognition?
Each month, The Earth Prize recognises mentors who have gone above and beyond in supporting students and contributing to the mentor community. Selected mentors will receive The Earth Prize Mentor of the Month recognition alongside a $500 prize.