The Ministry of Youth Affairs of the Kingdom of Bahrain announces the launch of the “King Hamad Award for Youth Empowerment,” aimed at supporting young people in the areas of education, innovation, and sustainable development.
The “King Hamad Award for Youth Empowerment” is a global initiative established by the Kingdom of Bahrain to recognize and celebrate the positive contributions of youth and institutions that support young people’s engagement in sustainable development. The award reflects His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa’s belief in the transformative power of youth to create a better and more sustainable world in line with the 2030 Sustainable Development Agenda.
In partnership with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), the award emphasizes youth empowerment, innovation, and global collaboration through the five “Ps” of sustainable development: People, Planet, Prosperity, Peace, and Partnership. Its mission is to inspire youth, support enabling factors for youth participation, and encourage governments and societies to invest in young changemakers for a more just, inclusive, and prosperous future.
Applicants must be between the ages of 18 and 35.
Applications must be submitted in English.
Applicants must choose one of the following categories: Youth Action or Youth Enablers.
• The winner of the Youth Action category will receive a prize of USD 20,000.
• The winner of the Youth Enablers category will receive a prize of USD 25,000.
Awardees will also receive trophies and certificates, and participate in events organized by UNDP.
Travel and accommodation expenses to attend the award ceremony are fully covered.
Application submission is free of charge.
The application deadline is September 30, 2025.
For more information, rules, and the registration form, please visit:
https://kinghamadaward.com
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