Iris Prize 2026 for Young Leaders

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Iris Prize Worldwide 2026

Information

The Iris Prize 2026 is an annual award for young environmental leaders, recognizing projects and initiatives that protect and restore nature. It offers prizes to support and scale youth-led efforts, with emphasis on solutions led by young people aged 14 to 24 and operating primarily in the Global South.

Benefits

Cash prizes to support and scale nature-protection and restoration projects; access to tools, resources, and networks.

Eligibility

Projects or organisations led by young people aged 14 to 24, with most leadership held by youths and autonomous decision-making by the young leader.

Application

Visit the Iris Prize website for application information; follow the provided apply link to submit.

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