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The search for exceptional humanitarian work has officially begun, as the Zayed Award for Human Fraternity opens submissions for its 2027 edition.

Announced in Abu Dhabi on April 13, 2026, the annual $1 million peace award recognises individuals and organisations that promote peace, coexistence, and mutual understanding across the world. Nominations are now open through the award’s official website.

The award was inspired by the historic Document on Human Fraternity, signed in 2019 in Abu Dhabi by Pope Francis and Ahmed Al-Tayeb. This landmark declaration continues to serve as a global call for peace, dialogue, and human solidarity.

Named in honour of Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, the award reflects his enduring legacy of humanitarianism, compassion, and respect for all people regardless of religion, gender, race, or nationality. It recognises those who work to build bridges of understanding and foster peaceful coexistence.

His Excellency Mohamed Abdelsalam, Secretary General and judge of the award, подчеркed the urgency of such initiatives in today’s world. “Never could promotion of peace and human fraternity be more important than at this time in our human history,” he said, noting that the launch of nominations for the eighth edition comes at a particularly significant moment.

He added that the award’s mission remains focused on highlighting pioneering humanitarian efforts that serve communities and advance the values of human fraternity worldwide. Initiatives that translate the principles of the historic document into practical, sustainable programmes are especially encouraged, with the aim of creating lasting impact across societies.

Earlier this year, on February 4, 2026, the award honoured the winners of its seventh edition during a ceremony held at the Founder’s Memorial. The event was attended by Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, alongside Ilham Aliyev, Nikol Pashinyan, and senior representatives from more than 40 countries.

The 2026 award recognised the historic peace agreement between Azerbaijan and Armenia, the Palestinian humanitarian organisation Taawon, and Afghan women’s rights advocate Zarqa Yaftali. Each was honoured for their contributions to advancing peaceful coexistence, humanitarian aid, and access to education.

Since its inception in 2019, the award has honoured 20 recipients from 20 countries, recognising impactful work across a wide range of fields including healthcare, education, sustainability, refugee support, community development, food relief, and the empowerment of youth and women.

Nominations for the 2027 edition are now open via the award’s official website.