The philosophy of WIT can be summarised by the following key principles:

1. Advancing Innovation and Creativity: WIT is dedicated to nurturing the development and advancement of innovative and creative technologies among young students. By providing a global and open competition platform, WIT encourages participants to push the boundaries of innovation and explore new ideas.
2. Promotion of Teamwork and Collaboration: WIT recognises the significance of teamwork and collaboration in driving progress. It emphasises the importance of participants working together in teams, fostering interdisciplinary cooperation among students, teachers, and researchers from diverse backgrounds and areas of expertise.
3. Education and Outreach: WIT is committed to promoting technology education and inspiring the next generation of innovators. Through participation in the competition, WIT provides valuable educational opportunities for students to learn about robotics, artificial intelligence (AI), augmented reality/virtual reality (AR/VR), and related technologies.
4. Real-World Relevance: WIT encourages students to develop innovative technologies that have real-world relevance and can address pressing challenges, particularly aligned with the United Nations’ 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). By focusing on real-world applications, WIT aims to make a positive impact on society.
5. Friendly Competition: While WIT is a competitive event, it fosters a spirit of friendly competition among participants. WIT encourages respect, learning, and mutual support among teams. It provides a platform where participants can exchange ideas, techniques, and strategies to collectively improve their innovative mindset and skills.

These guiding principles form the foundation of WIT’s philosophy, aiming to empower students, promote technological advancement, and foster collaboration to tackle real-world problems.