Applications are now closed  – Jury will evaluate all applications by September.

Applications are now closed  – Jury will evaluate all applications by September.

Social Entrepreneurs in Tourism:

Competition


The first worldwide competition focusing on social innovation and entrepreneurship in tourism.


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100+ Mentoring Hours

60+ Project Countries

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Founded in 2019

About the Competition


The Social Entrepreneurs in Tourism: Competition (SET Competition) is the first worldwide competition focusing on social innovation and entrepreneurship in tourism.


Ten finalists receive invaluable mentorship from our expert mentors and compete at the final Pitch Contest. The winners in each category – Launch or Growth Track, receive global exposure, financial, marketing and business support from our industry partners.


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Who is the Competition for?


This Competition is for social entrepreneurs who are ready to drive positive change through tourism. 

You’re doing something fresh in tourism.

Your venture is all about making a real difference.

You’re creating a real impact aligned with the UN's 17 SDGs.

Benefits

Global Network

Join a network of social entrepreneurs from 60+ countries, interested in social innovation and tourism, just like you.

Mentoring & Coaching

All ten finalists receive one-on-one and peer-to-peer support from our expert network of mentors with years of experience in the industry.

Media Exposure

The Competition is powered by strong industry partners providing resources and a relevant reach for the featured initiatives.

€3k Prize Fund

Each year, the Competition partners provide financial support to the winners in each category – Launch and Growth Tracks.

2026 Competition Timeline

Application Period

1 May – 30 June 2026

Jury Evaluation

27 July – 10 September 2026

Finalists Announcement

21 September 2026

Mentorship Period

28 September – 9 November 2026

Final Pitch Contest & Award Ceremony

23 November 2026

2025 Winners

🏆 2025 Winners

LAUNCH TRACK

🥇 1. ZeroTrail Climate Action Vehicle

Founder: Tariq Wani

🥈 2. Legends in the Landscape

Founders: Bimochan Pathak & Bidhata Pathak

GROWTH TRACK

🥇 1. The Portal – Destination Storyliving

Founder: Mmoloki Pitse

🥈 2. CarbonTrace

Founder: Ratan Kumar Ghimire

Social Entrepreneurship at ITB Berlin 2026