UN SDG Action Awards - Heroes of Tommorrow

Deadline: May 17, 2026

other

unfunded

To Apply

Please visit the application link below to apply.

Opportunity Overview

📝 About UN SDG Action Awards - Heroes of Tomorrow

The Heroes of Tomorrow are individuals taking bold action to create a sustainable, just, and peaceful future. Fearless and persistent, they work tirelessly against the odds, often quietly, to remind us that progress starts with people. These individuals embody hope and inspire change.

🎁 Benefits of UN SDG Action Awards - Heroes of Tomorrow

Finalists and Winners receive the following:

Travel to Rome, Italy
One representative from each finalist initiative will be invited to attend the Finalist Programme and the Heroes of Tomorrow: UN SDG Action Awards Ceremony in Rome, Italy, with travel costs covered by the UN SDG Action Campaign.
Global recognition
Finalists and Winners gain international visibility through the UN SDG Action Campaign’s global communication channels, RAI (Italy’s public national broadcaster), and other media outlets.
Customized trophy
Each Finalist and Winner receives a customized trophy in recognition of their achievement.

✅ Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible, applicants must meet the following requirements:

Demonstrate proven, measurable results achieved within the past three years in alignment with one of the three award categories.
Initiatives that are still in the planning or concept stages are not eligible.
Finalists or Winners from previous editions of the awards are not eligible.
Initiatives led by the United Nations are only eligible for an Honourable Mention.

📅 Application Date and Process

Application Deadline: 17 May, 2026
Visit the official application website to apply.

The UN SDG Action Campaign sponsors this award.

For more details and to apply, visit the official UN SDG Action Awards website.

Benefits

Travel to Rome, Italy – One representative from each Finalist initiative will be invited to attend the Finalist Programme and Heroes of Tomorrow: UN SDG Action Awards Ceremony in Rome, Italy, with travel costs covered by the UN SDG Action Campaign.
Global recognition – Finalists and Winners gain international visibility through the UN SDG Action Campaign’s global communication channels, RAI, Italy’s public national broadcaster, and other media outlets.
Customized trophy – Each Finalist and Winner receives a customized trophy in recognition of their achievement.

Reading papers feels like a chore?

Skip the struggle of dense PDFs. Our multilingual audio briefs turn complex research into clear, engaging summaries, perfect for learning while walking, commuting, or cooking.