Recognizing Pluralism in Action
Global Pluralism Award
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What is the Global Pluralism Award?
The Global Pluralism Award recognizes pluralism in action. Presented every other year to individuals, organisations, governments and businesses from around the world, the Award celebrates the inspiring and brave work that is helping to build more inclusive societies where diversity is valued and protected.
What is Pluralism?
Pluralism is a positive response to diversity. It involves taking decisions and actions, as individuals and societies, which are grounded in respect for diversity.
The Jury
The international jury for the Award is made up of distinguished members from a range of disciplines and backgrounds.
Selection Process
Through a multi-stage process, the jury will select awardees that have demonstrated exceptional and sustained achievement for pluralism.
2023 Global Pluralism Award Winners
In recognition of outstanding achievements to support more inclusive societies worldwide, the renowned international jury selected 3 winners and 7 honourable mentions for the 2023 Global Pluralism Award.
Esther Omam
Esther Omam is a peacebuilder, mediator and human rights defender mobilizing women and youth from across Cameroon to advocate for an end to conflict and hostilities.
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Red de Intérpretes y Promotores Interculturales Asociación Civil
Red de Intérpretes y Promotores Interculturales Asociación Civil is an Indigenous youth collective in Oaxaca, Mexico tackling exclusion by providing otherwise unavailable Indigenous language interpretation to those involved in legal proceedings.
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REFORM: The Palestinian Association for Empowerment and Local Development
REFORM: The Palestinian Association for Empowerment and Local Development is a non-governmental organization building solidarity between groups in Palestine by empowering them to get involved in social life and influence decision-making.
Read MoreGlobal Pluralism Award Metrics
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Award cycles
1400
Submissions received
40
Award laureates recognized
32
Countries represented
Our Process
June 2024
Submissions processing
The Centre’s Secretariat processes and screens submissions received.
September 2024
Selection of shortlist
Shortlisted candidates are notified and may be required to provide additional documentation.
March 2025
Jury meeting
An independent international jury of experts reviews shortlist and selects a list of finalists.
May 2025
Site visits to finalists
As part of the due diligence process, the Centre may visit some candidates in person.
September 2025
Public announcement of Award winners
Awareness-raising and in-country press conferences follow.
November 2025
Award ceremony
The Award is presented to three winners and up to seven honourable mention recipients.
2023 Award Winner Videos
Esther Omam
REFORM: The Palestinian Association for Empowerment and Local Development