Gouden Penning

The Gouden Penning is an annual gold medal awarded by the Royal Flemish Academy of Belgium for Science and the Arts (KVAB) to an individual who has made a significant contribution to promoting and disseminating science and the arts to the general public. Recipients are selected by the Academy and the prize recognises past achievement and public impact. Individuals cannot apply for the distinction; the Academy itself decides the nominee and laureate.

Presentation of the Academy's Golden Medal (Gouden Penning) as an honour/recognition.

The Academy selects the laureate itself; individuals cannot submit applications.

Laureates are nominated and chosen by the Academy; no application or candidacy is possible.