2025 Press/Media Registration

You are invited to join us in Panama City, or via the online livestream, for the 2025 FIRST Global Challenge. More than 185 countries have already committed to attend the event.

Press registration is for professional photographers, videographers, and reporters that are interested in covering 2025 FIRST Global Challenge events. This form is for those who plan to attend in-person and online. Those approved will receive press updates and materials for the event. One application must be filled out for each person registering. If your request is verified and approved, you will receive an email from us with more information.

Event Date: 29 October-1 November 2025
Event Address: Panama Convention Center, Calle Gral. Juan D. Peron, Panamá (General Juan D. Peron Street, Panama)

More information regarding press opportunities will be shared via email as we approach the event date. Contact us at press@first.global with questions. More information about this year's challenge is available at first.global/fgc.

First name (given name)*

Middle name or initial

Last name (surname)*

Email address*

Social media handle

What type(s) of media are you covering the event for?*

What is the scope of your coverage?*

Who are you representing in your coverage?*

An established media organization or a FIRST Global sponsorA participating national teamOther

Organization you are representing*

Position/title*

Please provide a copy of your official press credentials, such as an ID from your employer or an international press card.*

Please title the file with your name and organization.

Topics you cover for your organization (Robotics, Technology, Biodiversity, Climate/Environment, Education, STEM, Youth, etc.)*

Please identify which days you will be at the Panama Convention Center*

Is there a specific individual(s) or team(s) you are looking to interview at the event?

Any additional considerations? Is there anything we can do to improve your coverage of this year's event?

How did you hear about our event?

All images, videos, and audio captured at the event are to be used solely for reporting / editorial content regarding the FIRST Global Challenge, and shall not be broadcast, published or transmitted for any commercial purpose without prior written permission of FIRST Global. Members of the press must remain in areas designated for the public or press, and cannot access restricted areas. CONSENT AND NOTICE REGARDING ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS FOR THE FIRST GLOBAL CHALLENGE. Electronic Signature Agreement. By selecting the "I accept" button and typing your full name, you are signing this Agreement electronically. You agree your electronic signature is the legal equivalent of your manual signature on this Agreement.*

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