06/05/2026
🏆 A Legacy of Gratitude: The ICIA 2026 Journey and World Creativity and Innovation Day Celebration
Success is never a solo mission; it is a shared journey. As we conclude the International Creativity and Innovation Award (ICIA) 2026, our hearts are filled with immense gratitude. From the vibrant energy of The City of Heroes, Surabaya to the Kingdom of Wonder, Cambodia, we have witnessed a global movement that proves creativity and innovation knows no borders.
A Foundation of Excellence:
Our deepest thanks go to STEM Education Organizations for Cambodia (STEMEOC) and Widya Mandala Catholic University. Your commitment to bringing this initiative to life has been the cornerstone of our success.
Our Sincerest Honors & Appreciation:
We are deeply humbled by the support of:
🇰🇭 State Leadership: The Deputy Patriarch of the Supreme Council of Dhammayutt Order and the Deputy Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Cambodia.
🏛️ Government Support: The Ministry of Education, Youth and Sport; Ministry of Environment; Ministry of Tourism; and all Government Agencies and Embassies in Cambodia.
🎖️Co Host and Venue Support: Khmer Enterprise, Techo Startup Center, Startup Cambodia, JCI Cambodia, Startup Grind Phnom Penh, OCIC, Cambodia University of Technology and Science, Paragon International School, Paragon International University, Raintree, AIESEC in Cambodia, Dharma Mulya Christian School, Western Sydney University Surabaya.
🎓 Regional Collaboration: The SEAMEO Family and Ministries of Education from across the globe.
🤝 The Global Network: 33 National Selection Partners from 27 countries, alongside our dedicated global collaborators.
❤️The Initiators: Krya Global and Crebiz Factory
To the Heart of ICIA:
To the thousands of YOU—students, teachers, startups, business owners, investors, organizing team and volunteers—who joined us onsite in Phnom Penh & Surabaya and online from around the world:
WE DID IT!!
Your energy is the true impact.
