Eligibility and Criteria
This category honors individuals, organizations, or teams responding to crises and climate-driven challenges with bravery, innovation, and leadership. Whether responding to floods, disease outbreaks, refugee crises, or climate-related disasters, these heroes safeguard health services under immense pressure. They exemplify adaptability and resilience, ensuring communities continue to receive lifesaving care during emergencies.
Who is eligible:
- Emergency response teams, NGOs, community organizations, government agencies, or individuals demonstrating outstanding service in humanitarian and climate-related health work.
What nominators should consider:
- Evidence of rapid, effective response in crises and disaster-prone settings.
- Contributions to building long-term health system resilience against climate shocks.
- Innovations or strategies that improve preparedness and reduce risks in vulnerable areas.
- Stories of exceptional courage, leadership, and collaboration in disaster response.
