WIC calls for submission of cultural heritage digitalization cases

World Internet Conference | Updated: 2026-02-28 20:54

In July 2025, the World Internet Conference (WIC) launched its first global call for case studies on cultural heritage digitalization. A total of 40 outstanding cases were selected and compiled into the World Internet Conference Cultural Heritage Digitalization Case Collection (2025), providing valuable and replicable practical experience for stakeholders in the field.

This year, the WIC once again invites outstanding case submissions from around the world, with the aim of promoting digital technologies that empower cultural heritage preservation. Together, we seek to expand new frontiers for cultural heritage in the digital age.

Opportunities for selected cases

1. Selected cases will be included in the World Internet Conference Cultural Heritage Digitalization Case Collection (2026), with contributors receiving official recognition certificates.

2. Contributors of selected cases may be invited to attend the WIC Wuzhen Summit and other key events, having opportunities to engage with global industry leaders and government officials.

3. Selected cases will be showcased on-site during signature events of the WIC.

4. Outstanding cases will be featured across multilingual media platforms for international exposure.

Guidelines for submission

01 Who can participate?

Government departments, international organizations, social groups, cultural organizations and museums, research institutes, universities, enterprises, and other relevant entities.

02 Submission categories

Cultural heritage preservation

Archaeology

Exhibition and display

Please refer to the attachment for detailed classification criteria

Note:

Submission deadline

18:00 (UTC+8), April 20, 2026

Submissions can be made via the WIC's official platform:

https://awards.wicinternet.org