United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR) is currently accepting applications for its WIN DRR Leadership Awards 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more abou this opportunity and apply for it.
The 2026 WIN DRR Leadership Awards are now accepting nominations from women across the Asia-Pacific region who are advancing disaster risk reduction (DRR), resilience, and climate adaptation through leadership, innovation, and community impact.
The awards are organized through the Women’s International Network for Disaster Risk Reduction (WIN DRR) and support the implementation of the Sendai Framework Gender Action Plan (Sendai GAP). The initiative highlights the critical role of women in strengthening disaster resilience and promoting inclusive decision-making in disaster management.
The WIN DRR Leadership Awards celebrate women who are creating positive change in disaster risk reduction and resilience across the Asia-Pacific region.
In addition to financial support, winners receive:
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
Eligible Nominees
Nominees must:
Identify as women
Be citizens or permanent residents of eligible Asia-Pacific countries
Work in disaster risk reduction or disaster resilience
Demonstrate leadership and measurable impact in the field
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