The Fifth World Conference of Scouts for Innovation and Talent (SIT 2025) / October 26 – 27, 2025
The Fifth World Conference of Scouts for Innovation and Talent
"SIT 2025"
Introduction
Baghdad, a city renowned for its history and cultural heritage, will host the Fifth World Conference of Scouts for Innovation and Talent (SIT 2025) a major international event dedicated to empowering innovators and inventors across the Arab region and beyond. This conference, organized by the Scientific Institute of Talents (SIT), an official member of the International Federation of Inventors’ Associations (IFIA), is designed to ignite creativity, connect innovators with global institutions, and turn ideas into impactful projects.
This year’s conference marks a historic milestone as it is held under the auspices of Iraq’s Prime Minister for the first time, emphasizing Iraq’s commitment to building a knowledge-driven society. The event also introduces the Arab Superiority Awards for Innovation and Talent, a pioneering initiative honoring excellence in invention and creativity under the umbrella of the Council of Arab Economic Unity.
Key Notes
Organized by the Scientific Institute of Talents (SIT) – Under IFIA Patronage
Date: October 26–27, 2025
Location: Baghdad, Iraq
Organizer: Scientific Institute of Talents (SIT), IFIA Member
Endorsement: Under the patronage of H.E. Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani, Prime Minister of Iraq
Accreditation: Council of Arab Economic Unity, League of Arab States
International and Regional Participation
SIT 2025 is a truly global platform, attracting distinguished participation from:
- IFIA (Geneva, Switzerland): Sponsoring and supervising the event, adding international credibility.
- European Union: High-level representation, including the President of the European Union Inventors and Innovators Association and a lecture from a European Space Agency representative.
- Belgium: Potential participation of the Belgian Minister of Labor and Social Affairs and members of the Arab European Organization for Cultural Exchange (OEAEC).
- United States: Collaboration with Destination Imagination, a leading global organization supporting youth innovation.
- ICTP (Italy): Representation from the Abdus Salam International Centre for Theoretical Physics, reinforcing the conference’s scientific depth.
- Google (Middle East and Africa): Offering a free workshop with accredited certificates.
Objectives
Main Themes
The program is structured around four key themes:
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Scientific & Technical Innovation
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Industrial, medical, and technical inventions
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AI applications in innovation
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Nanotechnology and modern engineering solutions
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Talent & Education
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Strategies for discovering and nurturing talent
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Integrating innovation into Arab educational systems
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Global best practices in supporting gifted students
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Financing & Investment in Innovation
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Converting innovations into market-ready projects
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Government and private funding mechanisms
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Unlocking economic opportunities for innovation
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Empowering Arab Youth in R&D
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Supporting school and university research initiatives
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Building partnerships between academia and industry
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Overcoming barriers to youth participation in research
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Exhibition and Innovation Awards
Running alongside the conference is a specialized international exhibition showcasing inventions, industrial models, and technologies, providing a direct connection between innovators, investors, and industry leaders.
A Specialized Evaluation Committee including representatives from IFIA, the Arab Council for Talented and Inventors, and the League of Arab States will select the Top Five Innovations for the Arab Excellence Awards for Innovation, Talent, and Invention.
Accepted participants will receive official certificates of excellence, and the most promising projects will be considered for publication in internationally indexed journals, including the World Talented and Innovation Journal for Science and Engineering (WTIJ).
SIT 2025 is designed to:
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Showcase and support Arab inventors and innovators
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Promote scientific research and invention in schools, universities, and research centers
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Transform ideas into viable economic projects contributing to sustainable development
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Strengthen Arab–international partnerships in innovation
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Expand participation from experts worldwide to foster knowledge exchange
Education and Future Vision
One of the most significant outcomes of SIT 2025 will be the launch of an integrated innovation curriculum for Iraqi schools, developed according to UNESCO and IFIA standards. This step represents a major leap toward embedding innovation education across all levels from primary to higher education and aligning it with labor market needs.
Participation and Call for Papers
Participation is open to individuals, teams, institutions, schools, universities, companies, and government bodies. Participants are invited to submit:
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A summary of their innovation or research
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Diagrams, drawings, or supporting visuals
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Explanatory videos (optional)
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Innovation registration certificates (if available)
Accepted participants will have the opportunity to present their work to potential investors, funding institutions, and decision-makers.
Conclusion
The Fifth World Conference of Scouts for Innovation and Talent (SIT 2025) is more than a conference it is a strategic initiative to shape the Arab world’s innovation ecosystem and empower the next generation of inventors. Through its international partnerships, cutting-edge themes, and focus on inclusivity, SIT 2025 is poised to become a turning point for Arab creativity and scientific advancement.
For more information and registration, visit: www.pamconf.com
