The Kofi Annan Foundation and the Democracy and Culture Foundation are pleased to announce the call for nominations for the third edition of the Kofi Annan NextGen Democracy Prize. This prestigious award honors young leaders who have demonstrated exceptional commitment to promoting and defending democracy.
Application Deadline: March 31, 2025
About the Prize
The Kofi Annan NextGen Democracy Prize aims to:
- Recognize exceptional intellectual and active leadership by young activists in defending, promoting, or renewing democracy.
- Provide the recipient with support, including a one-year mentorship with a recognized democracy expert or senior leader.
- Inspire young people to commit to the advancement of democracy.
Eligibility Criteria
- Nominees must be aged between 18 and 30 at the time of nomination.
- There are no restrictions regarding nationality, gender, or occupation.
- Nominations must be submitted by an organization; self-nominations are not accepted.
Selection Criteria
The Selection Committee will evaluate nominees based on:
- Impact: Demonstrated outcomes such as policy changes, increased electoral participation, or successful campaigns.
- Innovation: Originality and creativity in promoting democratic values.
- Sustainability: Long-term commitment to democracy and human rights, with actions that are replicable in other contexts.
- Values: Alignment with core democratic principles through the nominee’s actions.
- Benefit: The potential added value the award could bring to the nominee in terms of international recognition and support.
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Award Benefits
- A monetary prize of USD 10,000.
- Presentation of the award at the Athens Democracy Forum, with all travel and accommodation expenses covered by the organizers.
- An invitation to take a leading role in organizing a panel session on youth and democracy at the following year’s Forum.
Nomination Process
Organizations are invited to submit nominations by sending the following documents to nominations@democracyculturefoundation.org by midnight CET, March 31, 2025:
- Completed Submission Form.
- A cover letter of support (maximum 500 words).
- A short video testimony from the nominee (maximum 2 minutes; smartphone recordings are acceptable).
For detailed information and to access the submission form, please visit the official announcement:
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the aim of the Kofi Annan NextGen Democracy Prize?
The prize seeks to recognize exceptional leadership by young activists in defending, promoting, or renewing democracy. It also provides support through mentorship and aims to inspire more young people to advance democratic values.
Can I nominate myself?
No, nominations must be submitted by an organization. Self-nominations are not accepted.
What does the prize include?
The prize includes a monetary award of USD 10,000, coverage of travel and accommodation expenses to attend the Athens Democracy Forum, and a one-year mentorship with a recognized democracy expert or senior leader.
Who is eligible to be nominated?
Nominees must be between 18 and 30 years old at the time of nomination. There are no restrictions on nationality, gender, or occupation.
What are the key dates for the 2025 prize?
- Nomination Period: January 21, 2025 – March 31, 2025
- Notification of Awardee: By July 2025
How can an organization submit a nomination?
Organizations should send the required documents to nominations@democracyculturefoundation.org by the specified deadline.
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