Princess Sabeeka Bint Ibrahim Al Khalifa Global Award for Women’s Empowerment

Deadline: 20-Mar-2026

UN Women has announced a prestigious global award designed to recognize and celebrate outstanding contributions to gender equality and the empowerment of women and girls. This initiative honors individuals, civil society organizations, public institutions, and private sector actors who demonstrate exceptional leadership and innovation in advancing women’s rights and fostering lasting social change.

About the Award

The Princess Sabeeka Bint Ibrahim Al Khalifa Global Award for Women’s Empowerment seeks to highlight efforts that promote equality between men and women and expand opportunities for women and girls worldwide. It provides a global platform to showcase achievements, while inspiring new, replicable solutions that can be scaled across communities and nations. By encouraging collaboration and inclusive thinking, the award reinforces the principle that equality for all is essential to shared prosperity and sustainable development.

Who Can Apply?

Applications are encouraged from a wide range of actors, including:

• Women’s rights advocates and individual champions
• Civil society organizations
• Public sector institutions
• Private companies

Click here to apply for any of four award categories

Each plays a critical role in shaping gender-responsive policies, programs, and initiatives that create tangible opportunities for women and girls.

Award Categories and Prize

Four award categories are available, each with a prize of $100,000:

1. Public Sector
2. Private Sector
3. Civil Society
4. Individual

The award not only acknowledges past achievements but also provides financial support to strengthen and expand ongoing work toward gender equality.

Eligibility

Eligibility is open to civil society groups, government institutions, private organizations, and individual advocates who have demonstrated measurable impact in promoting women’s empowerment and rights. This award offers a unique opportunity to gain international recognition and advance efforts toward a more inclusive and equitable world.

For more information and to apply, visit the official UN Women website.