Egypt Launches Future Protectors! To Empower Young Minds through Technology and Sustainability

In a world where technology plays an increasingly prominent role, it is crucial to nurture and inspire the next generation of innovators and problem solvers. Recognizing this need, IdeasGym, a leading organization dedicated to promoting STEM education, is launching an exciting competition called "Future Protectors." Aimed at children aged 6 to 10 years old, this competition will be piloted in 2024 as part of the prestigious World Robot Olympiad (WRO) in Egypt. "Future Protectors aims to encourage young minds to express themselves through technology while addressing the pressing global challenges outlined in the United Nations' 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)" said Eng.Marwa Soudi, World Robot Olympiad Egypt, National Organizer.

The World Robot Olympiad is an international robotics competition that brings together young minds from around the globe to showcase their creativity and problem-solving skills. WRO offers various categories for participants of different age groups, fostering healthy competition and collaboration. The competition is divided into four main categories: Robo-Mission, Future Innovators, Future Engineers, and Robo-Sports.

1. Robo-Mission:

The Robo-Mission challenges participants to design and build robots that can perform specific tasks. Teams are provided with a problem statement and are required to develop innovative solutions using robots. This category encourages participants to think critically, apply scientific principles, and engage in hands-on engineering.

2. Future Innovators:

The Future Innovators encourages participants to explore their creativity and develop robots that can address broader challenges. Teams have the freedom to choose their own problem statements and design robots accordingly. This category fosters innovation, allowing participants to think outside the box and push the boundaries of robotics.

3. Robo-Sports:

This category combines robotics and sports, challenging teams to design and build autonomous robots capable of playing sports such as double tennis. This category promotes teamwork, strategic thinking, and the application of engineering principles in a dynamic and competitive environment.

IdeasGym, a renowned organization dedicated to promoting STEM education, plays a crucial role in the "Future Protectors" competition. With its expertise and commitment to fostering innovation, IdeasGym as the national representative of  the World Robot Olympiad to launch this competition specifically for children aged 6 to 10 years old.

IdeasGym recognizes the potential of young minds and believes in empowering them to become future leaders and problem solvers. By providing a platform for children to express themselves through technology, IdeasGym aims to inspire creativity, critical thinking, and a passion for sustainability.

The "Future Protectors" competition aligns with IdeasGym's and World Robot Olympiad Egypt missions to cultivate a generation of responsible innovators who can contribute to a sustainable future. By incorporating the 17 SDGs as the guiding framework, the competition encourages participants to design and develop robotic solutions that address specific sustainability goals such as clean energy, climate action, quality education, and more.

Through this competition, WRO Egypt aims to instill in children a sense of responsibility towards the environment and society. By combining technology and sustainability, young participants are empowered to think holistically and develop solutions that can make a positive impact on the world.

The "Future Protectors" competition, launched by IdeasGym as part of the World Robot Olympiad, provides an exciting opportunity for children aged 6 to 10 years old to showcase their creativity, problem-solving skills, and passion for sustainability. As these young participants design and develop robotic solutions to address the 17 Sustainable Development Goals, they become the Future Protectors - champions of a sustainable future. Through this competition, WRO Egypt is paving the way for a generation of young minds who will shape a better world through their ingenuity, compassion, and commitment to making a difference.