The One Young World Politician of the Year Award recognizes young politicians who have demonstrated exceptional leadership qualities and a commitment to creating positive change in their communities and beyond. This prestigious award is presented annually by One Young World, a global forum for young leaders, during its annual summit.
Nominees for the Politician of the Year Award are selected based on their track record of leadership, advocacy, and impact in addressing pressing social, economic, and environmental challenges. They are young politicians who have shown courage, innovation, and dedication in their efforts to improve the lives of others and advance key issues such as human rights, social justice, climate action, and sustainable development.
The award highlights the important role that young politicians play in shaping the future of their countries and the world at large. It celebrates their achievements and serves as a platform to inspire and empower other young people to engage in politics and civic leadership.
Recipients of the One Young World Politician of the Year Award are chosen through a rigorous selection process and are honored for their outstanding contributions to public service and their potential to drive meaningful change in the years to come. They join a prestigious network of young leaders committed to building a better, more inclusive, and sustainable world for all.
According to the Inter-Parliamentary Union, only 2.8% of parliamentarians globally are under the age of 30, and only 18.8% of MPs are below 40. In approximately 74% of upper chambers, there are no MPs below the age of 30. A lack of representation raises the substantial risk of disconnecting an entire generation from their nations’ political processes.
The One Young World Politician of the Year Award was created in 2018 to recognise the most promising young politicians between the ages of 18-35 from around the world. The winners are selected based on the impact they are having in their home countries and how they have used their position to benefit young people specifically. It is the first global award recognising the work of young politicians and was launched to counter the low level of youth engagement in politics.
Benefits
- The award will be presented to the three winners at the One Young World Summit in Montréal (Tiohtià:ke), Canada, which takes place from 18-21 September 2024.
Requirements For The One Young World Politician of the Year Award
- Open to young leaders between the ages of 18-35 from around the world.
Selection Process
Selection Procedure
- The award winners will be selected by an international panel of judges with unparalleled political expertise.
- The awardees will be assessed based on how they have used their public office to effect positive change in their communities and countries, particularly to benefit and represent young people.
Method of Application
Visit The Official Website to Apply
Application Deadline: April 7, 2024.
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