Waislitz Global Citizen Awards

The Waislitz Global Citizen Awards are annual cash prizes that recognize the excellence of individuals in their work to end extreme poverty.

The Waislitz foundation exists to create a positive social impact locally and globally through innovative projects that empower individuals to meet their full potential and make a measurable difference to the world.

Who is eligible to apply?

  • Entrants aged eighteen (18) years of age or older from anywhere in the world are eligible to apply for the awards.
  • Any individual who is doing impactful work and who has a registered legal entity such as non-profit, for-profit, B-corp, social enterprise, etc.
  • Individuals who have demonstrated impact towards ending extreme poverty over a minimum of 1-2 years.

Evaluation Criteria

All applicants will be evaluated based on individual merit, including the following five key areas:

  • Global citizenship
  • Proof of concept
  • Disruption
  • Scalability
  • Adaptability

Prize Description

This 2022 Waislitz Global Citizen Awards feature three awards totaling $200,000.

  • $100,000: Waislitz Global Citizen Award (Grand Prize)
  • $50,000: The Waislitz Global Citizen Disruptor Award
  • $50,000: The Waislitz Global Citizens’ Choice Award

In addition to the cash prizes, the three winners will be profiled in editorial pieces that will be featured on the Global Citizen platform and social media.

The application closes at 11:59PM EDT on Sunday, May 29, 2022.

For all details visit: https://www.globalcitizen.org/en/programs/waislitz-award/

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