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Meet the winners of the 2023–24 competition.

Apply AI

How might we empower communities to use AI to tackle the local challenges of climate change?

The image shows a large black number "1" centered on a bright turquoise background, with a futuristic, high-tech cityscape or circuit board visible at the top and bottom edges.

Flourishing places

How might we collectively reimagine a regenerative future of the built environment to enable all life to flourish?

Aerial view of solar panels on a rooftop surrounded by greenery and water. A large black number "2" is centered on a bright teal overlay across the image.

In your skin

How might we increase the skin confidence of every young person to enable their unique identity to flourish?

A teal banner with a bold black number '3' covers the center of the image. Behind it, there's a partial view of a person's face, showing closed eyes and skin with different tones.

Caring culture

How might we improve the lives of older adults and their carers by encouraging and enabling cultures, and higher standards, of care?

The image shows a large black number 4 centered on a bright teal horizontal band. In the background, partially visible, are gloved hands.

Made natural

How might we create sustainable, nature-based solutions which use trees to protect the environment and strengthen communities?

 

The number 5 in bold black font is centered on a bright turquoise rectangle, contrasting against a background of lush green trees and foliage under a clear blue sky.

Centenary celebrations

How might we celebrate and bring to life 100 years of the RSA Student Design Awards?

The image shows a large black number 6 centered on a turquoise background. The image has a thick purple border on the top and bottom.

Student Design Awards

Our competition for emerging designers who want to make a difference.