Deadline: l 17 June 2024 at 23:59 EST.
Applications are now open for the UN SDG Action Awards 2024 for Young Changemakers Worldwide. The UN SDG Action Awards, a signature programme of the UN SDG Action Campaign, champions initiatives and committed individuals who are wielding the power of creativity and innovation to bring us closer to a more sustainable, equitable and peaceful world.
Anyone can mobilize action and achieve impact, even in the most challenging places and times. The campaign is committed to showcasing heroes changing the world, and sending a message of hope and infinite possibilities.
Each year, a high-level Panel of Judges and a technical review team consider over 5,000 applications and nominations from 190 countries. They select Finalists and then the Winners. The 2024 UN SDG Action Awards Ceremony will be held in October 2024 in Rome, Italy.
Eligibility Requirements
- Campaigns/Initiatives must demonstrate proven results accordingly with the 2024 Categories within the last three years (thus campaigns/initiatives in the planning/conceptualization phase are not eligible).
- Initiatives led by United Nations entities and national governments will only be considered for honorable mentions.
Finalist Prize
Finalists will receive the following:
- UN SDG Action Awards Ceremony and Finalist Induction Programme participation: One representative from each finalist initiative will be invited to attend the UN SDG Action Awards Ceremony and Finalist Induction Programme in Rome, Italy in October 2024. The one-day Induction Programme in Rome offers creative workshops, skills development sessions and networking prior to the inspiring UN SDG Action Awards Ceremony that subsequently unveils and celebrates the winners. Flight and accommodation expenses will be covered by the UN SDG Action Campaign.
- Global Recognition: Finalists and winners will receive international promotion and amplification through various UN platforms and beyond.
- Customized Trophy: Winners and finalists will each receive a prestigious trophy.
Selection Notification
- All finalists will be contacted by the UN SDG Action Campaign by September 2024.
For More Information: UN SDG Action Awards 2024 for Young Changemakers Worldwide
