About the UN SDG Action Awards
At the midpoint of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development the world stands at a crucial moment where transformation is possible and every action matters.
Imagination carries great power. What we can imagine, we can make happen. By tapping into our creativity and diversity anchored in trust and solidarity, we can work together to create the future in which we thrive in harmony with the planet. This is why the UN SDG Action Campaign is seeking initiatives and individuals that make a difference on the ground and Flip the Script, turning fear into hope, vulnerability into resilience, war into peace, and division into unity.
The UN SDG Action Awards is a signature programme of the UN SDG Action Campaign, seeking initiatives and individuals that mobilize, inspire and connect people to drive positive change. Over 3,000 applications and nominations are received annually from 150+ countries. Following technical review process that identifies the finalists, a high-level Panel of Judges consisting of leaders across sectors and geographies select the winners. Finalists and winners will be unveiled and celebrated at an inspiring and creative UN SDG Action Awards Ceremony, livestreamed globally.
This application form is for initiatives applying to the MOBILIZE, INSPIRE AND CONNECT categories.
The 2023 application categories are:
Mobilize: Initiatives that turn apathy into action by mobilizing hundreds of thousands, or even millions, of individuals to take action for the SDGs. We are seeking initiatives with high impact, typically involving collective and coordinated actions that mobilize people to Flip the Script and achieve the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.
Inspire: Initiatives that harness the power of creativity to inspire positive change and shift behaviour for the SDGs. We are seeking initiatives and inspirational campaigns that Flip the Script to shift individual behaviour and/or public policies.
Connect: Initiatives that turn division into unity by connecting diverse sectors and partners – from citizens to institutions – to accelerate progress on the SDGs. We are seeking initiatives that Flip the Script and connect people, organizations, and institutions to harness commitments and accountability towards the SDGs.
To enter an initiative to win begin by registering and filling in each section of the application form. Your application can be saved and edited each time you return. Once submitted, you will no longer be able to edit your application further. The best entries will offer clear supporting evidence such as photos and videos and endorsements from participants in your initiative.
To nominate an individual please see the Changemaker nomination form here.
APPLICATIONS CLOSE ON 30 April 2023 at 23:59 EST
About the UN SDG Action Campaign
The UN SDG Action Campaign is a special initiative of the UN Secretary-General hosted by the UN Development Programme, with a mandate to CONNECT, MOBILIZE, and INSPIRE people and organizations across sectors and geographies to take actions for the SDGs. Based in Bonn, Germany, with a lean team that marshals advocacy strategies and initiatives to inspire SDG action.
2023 UN SDG Action Awards: Mobilize, Inspire, & Connect Application
About the UN SDG Action Awards
At the midpoint of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development the world stands at a crucial moment where transformation is possible and every action matters.
Imagination carries great power. What we can imagine, we can make happen. By tapping into our creativity and diversity anchored in trust and solidarity, we can work together to create the future in which we thrive in harmony with the planet. This is why the UN SDG Action Campaign is seeking initiatives and individuals that make a difference on the ground and Flip the Script, turning fear into hope, vulnerability into resilience, war into peace, and division into unity.
The UN SDG Action Awards is a signature programme of the UN SDG Action Campaign, seeking initiatives and individuals that mobilize, inspire and connect people to drive positive change. Over 3,000 applications and nominations are received annually from 150+ countries. Following technical review process that identifies the finalists, a high-level Panel of Judges consisting of leaders across sectors and geographies select the winners. Finalists and winners will be unveiled and celebrated at an inspiring and creative UN SDG Action Awards Ceremony, livestreamed globally.
This application form is for initiatives applying to the MOBILIZE, INSPIRE AND CONNECT categories.
The 2023 application categories are:
Mobilize: Initiatives that turn apathy into action by mobilizing hundreds of thousands, or even millions, of individuals to take action for the SDGs. We are seeking initiatives with high impact, typically involving collective and coordinated actions that mobilize people to Flip the Script and achieve the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.
Inspire: Initiatives that harness the power of creativity to inspire positive change and shift behaviour for the SDGs. We are seeking initiatives and inspirational campaigns that Flip the Script to shift individual behaviour and/or public policies.
Connect: Initiatives that turn division into unity by connecting diverse sectors and partners – from citizens to institutions – to accelerate progress on the SDGs. We are seeking initiatives that Flip the Script and connect people, organizations, and institutions to harness commitments and accountability towards the SDGs.
To enter an initiative to win begin by registering and filling in each section of the application form. Your application can be saved and edited each time you return. Once submitted, you will no longer be able to edit your application further. The best entries will offer clear supporting evidence such as photos and videos and endorsements from participants in your initiative.
To nominate an individual please see the Changemaker nomination form here.
APPLICATIONS CLOSE ON 30 April 2023 at 23:59 EST
About the UN SDG Action Campaign
The UN SDG Action Campaign is a special initiative of the UN Secretary-General hosted by the UN Development Programme, with a mandate to CONNECT, MOBILIZE, and INSPIRE people and organizations across sectors and geographies to take actions for the SDGs. Based in Bonn, Germany, with a lean team that marshals advocacy strategies and initiatives to inspire SDG action.