Deadline:
September 15, 2026
Location(s)
Online Portugal
Overview
The North-South Prize of the Council of Europe is awarded annually since 1995 to two nominees, selected from a combination of the categories Global, North and South, whether grass root activists, personalities and organisations or institutions who have demonstrated exceptional commitment to promoting North-South solidarity.
Details
The Prize rewards their commitment to the defence and promotion of human rights, democracy and the rule of law as well as to the development of intercultural dialogue and the reinforcement of the North-South partnership and solidarity, in conformity with the principles and priorities of the Council of Europe.
Nomination Process
1. Call for nominations: The call opens during the first half of the year until 15 September. Nominations are open to anyone through an online form available in English and French.
2. Jury selection: In October, the Jury evaluates all eligible nominations, selecting two nominees through voting process.
3. Confirmation of the selection: A letter is sent to the selected nominees to inform them about their nomination as Laureate. Their nomination is official once they have accepted the Prize.
4. Award Ceremony: The Ceremony is held in the first half of the following year in Lisbon, Portugal.
Opportunity is About
Eligibility
Candidates should be from:
Description of Ideal Candidate
Eligibility
- The Prize shall be awarded to grass root activists, personalities and organisations recognised for their commitment to the principles referred to in article 1.2 of the Regulations.
- The Prize is awarded on a personal basis and not posthumously.
Dates
Deadline: September 15, 2026
Cost/funding for participants
Un-save Opportunity
Internships, scholarships, student conferences and competitions.
