International Quantum Discovery Day

Overview

International Quantum Discovery Day 2026 is a youth-focused outreach event designed to introduce quantum science and technology to students at an early and formative stage. Held online and in a bilingual English-Spanish format, the event will connect participants across the Americas with educators, speakers, and role models from the international quantum community.

The initiative aims to make quantum science more approachable, inclusive, and visible for students who may be encountering the field for the first time. Through engaging talks, educational demonstrations, and interactive discussion, participants will gain an accessible introduction to key concepts such as qubits, superposition, quantum computing, communication, and cryptography, while also learning why these areas matter for the future of science and society.

This event is being developed as an initial flagship activity within the International Quantum Youth Initiative (IQYI), a broader framework intended to cultivate early talent, strengthen international connections, and expand access to quantum education for young learners. As such, International Quantum Discovery Day is envisioned not merely as a single event, but as the first step in building a sustained regional pipeline that will later support larger programs such as the Latin American Quantum Youth Summit.

The program will primarily serve high school students, university freshmen, early undergraduates, teachers, and outreach communities throughout North, Central, and South America. To support broad participation and educational inclusion, the event will be conducted bilingually and may incorporate educational material developed by the IBM, DWave, QMexico, Qaldas, QWorld community, including resources such as QBronze, QSilver, or related learning modules, depending on the preferences and contributions of participating speakers.

Main objectives

Introduce key ideas in quantum science in a clear and beginner-friendly manner.
Inspire young students by exposing them to international speakers, educators, and role models.
Connect students across North, Central, and South America through a shared bilingual event.
Support access to high-quality quantum educational content, including material developed by the QWorld community and related contributors.
Build momentum for future youth-oriented quantum activities under the IQYI umbrella.