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Applications are invited to apply for the United Nations SDG Action Awards 2026 in Italy. All International applicants can apply for these awards in Italy. The goal is to showcase tomorrow’s heroes and inspire people to accomplish the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
The United Nations SDG Action Awards 2026 are a flagship event of the United Nations SDG Action Campaign, recognizing, selecting, and celebrating the initiatives of young leaders who are advancing, demonstrating creativity, and working hard to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The selected participants are invited to the UN SDG Action Awards Ceremony in Italy on October 29, 2026. The UN SDG Action Campaign will cover the cost of their trip and accommodations.
The Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MAECI) and the German Federal Ministry of Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) have generously funded the Heroes of Tomorrow:
UN SDG Action Awards program. Finalists are invited to the Heroes of Tomorrow: UN SDG Action Awards Ceremony, which will reveal and celebrate the winners through music, art, and inspirational words from leaders from all backgrounds and areas of the world.
About the United Nations SDG Action Awards 2026/2027 | Fully Funded:
| Scholarship Coverage: | Fully Funded |
| Eligible nationality: | All Nationalities |
| Award country: | Italy |
| Deadline: | Not Specified |
Financial Benefits:
This program is funded by the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MAECI) and the German Federal Ministry of Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ).
The United Nations SDG Action Awards 2026 in Italy for international students covers the following benefits:
- Round-Trip Airfare Tickets
- Accommodation
- Entry to the Awards Ceremony
Award Ceremony:
Rome, Italy, hosts the Heroes of Tomorrow: UN SDG Action Awards Ceremony, which brings together finalists. This dynamic event honors their accomplishments with music, art, and inspirational speeches from world leaders from all backgrounds and locales.
Goals:
This program highlights the accomplishments of leaders who are striving to improve the community and accomplish the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
- No Poverty
- Zero Hunger
- Good Health and Well-being
- Quality Education
- Gender Equality
- Clean Water and Sanitation
- Affordable and Clean Energy
- Decent Work and Economic Growth
- Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
- Reduced Inequalities
- Sustainable Cities and Communities
- Responsible Consumption and Production
- Climate Action
- Life Below Water
- Life on Land
- Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
- Partnerships for the Goals
Eligibility Criteria:
To be considered for the United Nations SDG Action Awards 2026 in Italy (fully funded), you must fulfill these eligibility criteria:- Initiatives or campaigns must be in line with the 2026 award categories and demonstrate measurable outcomes within the previous three years.
- Eligible initiatives are those that are still in the conceptualization or planning stages.
- Honorable mentions will only be awarded to projects led by national governments or UN organizations.
- Applications are not accepted from past UN SDG Action Award finalists or winners.
How to Apply for United Nations SDG Action Awards?
- Please fill out the entire application or (self-) nomination form if you want to propose a Changemaker or apply for the Creativity or Resilience categories.
- Before submitting, you have the option to save and make changes.
- Before submitting your work, you can save it and edit it.
- Please be aware that you won’t be able to read or change your application or (self-)nomination after it has been submitted.
- Before making your submission, it is recommended that you review the application form areas.
- Before making your submission, it is advised that you check all of the application form fields.
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