Why the fees? DesignUp Futures Challenge is a not-for-profit initiative—but it’s still powered
by people, platforms, and time. The small submission fee helps cover some administrative,
curatorial, and jury costs. Importantly, it’s a filter. We’ve kept it modest—enough to ensure
serious, thoughtful participation, while still being accessible to most. Your fee supports a fair,
transparent process—and helps us spotlight promising new talent on a global stage.
You’ll be asked to fill in your Payment ID in the next step
You’ll get an email within the next 15 minutes and a link will be
shared with you. Fill in the details, upload your slide, accept
the T&Cs and you’re all set
Speaker = you, the submitter (eg Speaker bio = your bio)
Session/Proposal = your submission (eg Session title = title of your submission)
Fill in these details and you’re on your way
