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.

1. 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.

2. 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 

3. Submission requirements

1. Timeframe

The submitted case must have been initiated or implemented in 2023 or later.

2. Clarity

Submission must ensure logical structure and accuracy, with all participating entities clearly disclosed.

3. Relevance

Submission must fall into one of the specified categories. Only one case can be submitted per category.

4. Documentation

Please optimize file sizes for efficient review and ensure timely submission of all uploaded files.

5. Publicity

All submitted documents should not contain any confidential information and can be used for publicity and display.

4. Review process

A panel of internationally renowned experts will conduct multiple rounds of evaluation to select outstanding cases.

5. Contact for consultation

Ms. Mi
86-18811735268
Ms. Zhang
86-15210397801
Ms. Chang
86-18811567609

media@wicinternet.org
digitalCH2025@163.com

Classification of cultural heritage digitalization cases