Global Case Competition For Youth 13-20
Explore the inequalities shaping health around the world. Work through a real-world case and develop an evidence-informed solution.
About the challenge:
when: Nov. 28-29
who: youth 13-20 yrs globally
where: online, discord and google meet
This event brings together students for a full weekend of workshops, guest speakers, and extensive mentorship from healthcare professionals in the case creation process. The top team receives a publication spot in the McGill Global Health Blog, with the top 3 winning a potential interview opportunity.
If you’re a student interested in healthcare, equitable systems, policies, humanities, or presenting cases, this competition offers the perfect opportunity for you!
About the Award:
The McGill Global Health blog is an online publication that showcases research and innovation in global health research, advocacy and other initiatives, aiming to elevate diverse voices in the field of global health.
The number one placing team in this challenge will have their written case published in the blog. Their case will also be considered for publication in the McGill Journal of Global Health, an established scholarly academic journal at McGill.
The top 3 teams will be considered for a potential interview by reporters from McGill Global Health Blog. This interview and its reports would be released on all media platforms.
About the Organizers
Unboxed exists to remove boundaries around learning.
Our mission is to help students of any background develop the confidence, curiosity, and skills to explore complex ideas early — not by simplifying the world, but by making it understandable. Through clear explanations, real-world materials, and guided thinking, we empower learners to ask deeper questions and pursue knowledge for the joy of understanding.
The Medela Project is a community-driven healthcare advocacy initiative committed to empowering individuals with the knowledge, resources, and support they need to take control of their health. Our mission is to bridge gaps, amplify unheard voices, and make healthcare more accessible, compassionate, and equitable for everyone. Through education, awareness, and collective action, we’re here to spark meaningful change—one conversation, one story, and one step at a time
Questions? Feel free to contact us @themedelaproject or @unboxed_student_initiative
on Instagram, or email [email protected] or @[email protected].