Nominations Open for UNDRR – WIN DRR Leadership Awards 2026 (Rising Star: $7,500 | Excellence Award: $10,000)

Nomination Deadline: July 26, 2026

About the Awards

The United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR) is currently accepting applications for its WIN DRR Leadership Awards 2026. The 2026 WIN DRR Leadership Awards are now accepting nominations from women across the Asia-Pacific region who are advancing disaster risk reduction (DRR), resilience, and climate adaptation through leadership, innovation, and community impact. The awards are organized through the Women’s International Network for Disaster Risk Reduction (WIN DRR) and support the implementation of the Sendai Framework Gender Action Plan (Sendai GAP). The initiative highlights the critical role of women in strengthening disaster resilience and promoting inclusive decision-making in disaster management. The WIN DRR Leadership Awards celebrate women who are creating positive change in disaster risk reduction and resilience across the Asia-Pacific region.

Award Benefits

• Rising Star Award: US$7,500
• Excellence Award: US$10,000

In addition to financial support, winners receive:

• Regional recognition across Asia-Pacific
• Visibility within the DRR community
• Recognition for leadership and innovation
• Opportunities to inspire future women leaders
• Participation in the official awards ceremony

Eligibility Requirements

Eligible Nominees:

Nominees must:

• Identify as women
• Be citizens or permanent residents of eligible Asia-Pacific countries
• Work in disaster risk reduction or disaster resilience
• Demonstrate leadership and measurable impact in the field

How to Apply

Click on the link below to apply.

Application Link:  Click here to apply

Application Deadline: July 26, 2026

Why These Awards Matter

Disasters do not discriminate, but their impacts often do. Women and girls are disproportionately affected by natural hazards, climate change, and disasters due to existing gender inequalities. Yet women are also powerful agents of change leading community preparedness, advocating for inclusive policies, and driving innovative solutions to reduce disaster risk. The WIN DRR Leadership Awards address this paradox by:

• Recognizing women’s leadership in disaster risk reduction across the Asia-Pacific region
• Providing financial support (US$7,500–US$10,000) to further awardees’ work
• Offering regional visibility within the DRR community
• Supporting the Sendai Framework Gender Action Plan by highlighting women’s critical role
• Inspiring future generations of women leaders in disaster resilience

For women working in disaster risk reduction, resilience, and climate adaptation in Asia-Pacific countries, these awards offer recognition, funding, and a platform to amplify their impact.

For More Information: Visit the Official UNDRR WIN DRR Leadership Awards Page