- Prize Amount – €60,000
- Deadline – March 27, 2026
- CLICK HERE TO APPLY
The Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe, in partnership with the Government of Iceland, has opened nominations for the €60,000 2026 Vigdís Prize for Women’s Empowerment.
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The Vigdís Prize for Women’s Empowerment will be awarded by the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe every year in order to reward outstanding initiatives promoting the empowerment of women in all their diversity, with a broad remit ranging from achievements in gender equality, in equal access to participation and decision making, to championing women’s opportunities and helping them to take their place in society, as well as action to encourage inclusive policies and practice.
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Launched in 2023 and named after Vigdís Finnbogadóttir, the first woman in the world to be elected as a Head of State, this annual Prize recognises significant commitments to empowering women and girls. It rewards individuals, organisations or initiatives whose actions contribute to strengthening women’s roles and advancing gender equality across political, social and economic life.
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Benefits
- The Prize will consist of a sum of €60,000 to finance action in the field that is conducted or supported by the Prize-winner and a diploma.
Eligibility:
- Nominations may be submitted for individuals, civil society groups, associations or private companies,
- Current members of the Parliamentary Assembly and deceased individuals are not eligible.
- Submissions must be made in English or French using the official nomination form and supported by at least five sponsors.
- Each nomination must provide detailed information on the nominee’s work and all relevant supporting documents.
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