2026 United Nations Public Service Awards (UNPSA)

Applications are now open for the 2026 United Nations Public Service Awards (UNPSA). UNPSA recognizes excellence in public service at the national, sub-national and local level. It rewards the creative achievements and contributions of public service institutions that lead to a more effective and responsive public administration worldwide. It promotes the role, professionalism and visibility of the public service.

Applications for the 2026 UNPSA are invited in four categories: 1) Delivering inclusive and equitable services to leave no one behind; 2) Gender-responsive public services; 3) Transparent and accountable public institutions to achieve the SDGs; 4) Participation and public engagement for inclusive decision-making.

Applications must be submitted before 31 March 2025.

For more information and to apply, visit here.