Applications Invited for the 2026 Partnership Award

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About the Organization

The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) is a specialized agency of the United Nations that leads international efforts to defeat hunger.

Our goal is to achieve food security for all and make sure that people have regular access to enough high-quality food to lead active, healthy lives. With 195 members - 194 countries and the European Union, FAO works in over 130 countries worldwide.

About the Award

On 18 June 2021, the FAO Conference, at its Forty-second session, decided to establish a “FAO Award for Partnership” to recognize outstanding cooperation with FAO in advancing the Organization’s work by Members, other UN agencies or international institutions, academic or research entities; and civil society or private sector entities, including media outlets. 

Transformative partnerships are central to FAO’s Strategic Framework 2022–2031, which emphasises collaboration as a key driver for achieving sustainable agrifood systems. The FAO Partnership Award embodies this vision by recognising outstanding partnerships that have significantly advanced FAO’s mandate. These partnerships demonstrate innovation, inclusivity, and impact—engaging communities, raising awareness on food security, and promoting scalable solutions aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The Award celebrates those who exemplify the power of cooperation in transforming food systems and improving lives.

Nature of the Award

• a scroll describing the recipient's achievements and/or award,
• a cash prize of USD 10 000*

Eligibility

This award recognizes outstanding cooperation with FAO in advancing the organization’s work and significant contribution to the improvement of global food security. Eligible nominees include FAO members, other UN agencies or international institutions, academic or research entities; and civil society or private sector entities, including media outlets that, have, in the course of the biennium preceding the Conference, have made a significant contribution.

How to Apply

Proposals for nominations presented by national, regional or global institutions should be submitted to FAO Representatives (in countries with an accredited FAO Representative) or to FAO Regional and Subregional Representatives (in countries with no accredited FAO Representative), as appropriate, for submission to the Awards Secretariat by 15 February 2026. If the nomination form is submitted by an individual or institution, an endorsement or letter of support from a FAO Representative (email or signed letter) should be attached or the application form will not be considered valid. All endorsements or letters of support will be verified.

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