The Wildlife Crime Tech Challenge was initiated in 2014 and closed in November 2017. For the latest information on USAID's approach to combating wildlife trafficking, please visit www.USAID.gov/biodiversity/wildlife-trafficking. For the latest information on individual Tech Challenge Winners, their contact information may be found on the Winners page.
We are proud to award more than $900,000 to our four Grand Prize Winners! Chosen from 16 elite Prize Winners, these innovators presented truly exceptional and promising innovations that can significantly impact the fight against the illegal trafficking of terrestrial and marine wildlife. Find out more!
Sixteen innovators receive $10,000, as well as recognition, networking, and technical support. They will now compete for as much as $500,000 to scale their solutions. Learn more about our Prize Winners.