The new annual Awards acknowledge progress in the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The Awards are open to individuals, organizations, governments, foundations, academia or private sector leaders across the world. We want to hear your story about how you are transforming agrifood systems, advocating for change, or bringing about a chain reaction towards better production, better nutrition, a better environment and a better life. Celebrate the efforts of individuals or institutions that are taking concrete steps towards building a sustainable food secure future for all and submit an application to the Awards Secretariat.
The call is now closed.
Winners 2026
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FAO Partnership Award
Maasai Integrated Development Initiative
The Maasai Integrated Development Initiative (MIDI) has been recognized for delivering measurable impact through the successful adaptation of the GIAHS approach to pastoral systems. The project adapted and applied the Tool for Agroecology Performance Evaluation (TAPE) to pastoral systems, generating evidence on how agroecological practices strengthen biodiversity, livestock productivity, ecosystem health, and community well-being. The partnership is characterized by technical knowledge, transparency, and strong potential for scaling agroecological solutions across pastoral territories. Reaching 10 villages and 23 additional self-help group, MIDI ensures inclusive participation and sustainable outcomes.
FAO Partnership Award
Jordan Youth Innovation Forum
The partnership between FAO Jordan and JYIF is recognized for establishing a structured and institutionalized approach to youth engagement in agrifood systems. Moving beyond one-off initiatives, it created a national platform integrating innovation, policy dialogue, technical support, and field-based learning. The initiative delivered measurable results, including improved youth capacities, validated innovation solutions, and stronger alignment with national strategies. Through mechanisms such as capacity development, innovation pipelines, and institutional integration, the partnership ensured sustainable and long-term impact. The establishment of the WFF National Youth Chapter further guarantees continuity and provides a replicable model for other FAO country offices seeking to build structured youth-driven agrifood ecosystems.
FAO Partnership Award
HELP Logistics
The partnership between FAO and HELP Logistics has strengthened humanitarian agricultural supply chains through an innovative and scalable approach. By combining FAO’s technical expertise with HELP Logistics’ supply chain optimization capabilities, the collaboration delivered a Supply Chain Action Plan. The initiative has improved the efficiency and timeliness of agricultural input delivery in crisis settings and is increasingly recognized as a promising model for strengthening agricultural supply chains. The Action Plan now serves as a scalable and replicable framework that can be adapted across regions and Country Offices, supporting more coordinated and effective humanitarian responses.
In focus
Champion Award
The Champion Award is FAO’s highest honour. It recognizes outstanding leaders from government, civil society and the private...
Partnership Award
A successful sustainable development agenda requires strong global partnerships and cooperation between...
Achievement Award
Recognising the outstanding performance of individuals or institutions that have created true impact in the efficient execution of programmes related to FAO's work...
Innovation Award
Innovation is changing the way food is produced, processed, traded and consumed and building more efficient, inclusive, resilient and sustainable agrifood systems...
