C1 · Sector
Health & Well-being
PBOs improving access to quality health services, nutrition, water, sanitation and mental well-being.
How decided: Round 1 scoring → top 3 finalists → category winner.
Award categories
Five sector awards are open to public nomination. Two flagship awards are decided by a second judging round over the 15 sector finalists.
C2 · Sector
Education, Youth & Human Development
PBOs expanding access to education and skills, and empowering young people to reach their potential.
How decided: Round 1 scoring → top 3 finalists → category winner.
C3 · Sector
Sustainable Livelihoods & Economic Empowerment
PBOs creating jobs, enterprise, financial inclusion and resilient livelihoods.
How decided: Round 1 scoring → top 3 finalists → category winner.
C4 · Sector
Environment, Climate Action & Sustainability
PBOs protecting natural resources, building climate resilience and promoting sustainable practices.
How decided: Round 1 scoring → top 3 finalists → category winner.
C5 · Sector
Governance, Human Rights & Inclusive Development
PBOs advancing accountability, human rights, gender equality and the inclusion of marginalised groups.
How decided: Round 1 scoring → top 3 finalists → category winner.
F6 · Flagship
Partnership of the Year (Elite Award)
Recognises the finalist that best demonstrates the power of cross-sector collaboration.
How decided: Round 2 scoring over all 15 finalists.
F7 · Flagship
PBO of the Year (Ultimate Award)
The highest honour, awarded to the outstanding PBO among all 15 sector finalists.
How decided: Round 2 scoring over all 15 finalists.