2026 Global Citizen Award Opens For Nominations Until May 6

KUALA LUMPUR, April 8 (Bernama) -- International residence and citizenship planning firm, Henley & Partners, in partnership with Swiss non-profit humanitarian organisation, Andan Foundation, has opened nominations for the 2026 Global Citizen Award until May 6.

The award, established in 2014, honours individuals making a positive impact on global challenges that transcend national boundaries, with a focus on initiatives benefiting vulnerable communities, including migration-related issues.

According to a statement, the 2026 laureate will be selected by a distinguished, independent committee and honoured at the Global Citizen Award ceremony, which forms part of the Henley & Partners Global Citizenship Conference.

Henley & Partners Chairman and Andan Foundation Founder, Dr Christian H. Kaelin said: “The committee is looking for remarkable and inspirational individuals who demonstrate vision, courage, and innovation in driving global change, and whose actions and outlook contribute to a more just, peaceful, connected, and tolerant world.”

The award consists of a bespoke sculptural medal designed by Italian artist Antonio Nocera, a certificate signed by the Chairman of the Global Citizen Award Committee, and a monetary prize of US$20,000 to support the laureate’s humanitarian efforts. (US$1=RM3.99)

In addition, Henley & Partners will also work closely with the awardee for one year, raising awareness of their work and supporting their project through its network of over 70 offices worldwide.

Past winners include German entrepreneur Harald Höppner, founder of the refugee aid project Sea Watch; Dr Imtiaz Sooliman, Founder of Africa’s largest disaster relief organisation, Gift of the Givers Foundation; and Monique Morrow, Co-Founder of The Humanized Internet, whose digital identity project helps those without legal identity.

Other laureates include Diep Vuong, recognised for campaigning against human trafficking in Southeast Asia; and Mohamed Nasheed, former President of the Maldives and Secretary-General of the Climate Vulnerable Forum, honoured for his climate advocacy and human rights work.

The 2026 Global Citizen Award continues Henley & Partners’ mission, in collaboration with the Andan Foundation, to support those making tangible differences in the lives of vulnerable communities worldwide.

-- BERNAMA