Across the world, courageous individuals are working – often in hostile circumstances – to create freedom and safe spaces for LGBTIQ+ people. Join us on 5 August for the 2026 International Pride Awards Ceremony, a global celebration of the heroes advancing equality for people everywhere.

A joint initiative by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and ILGA World, the International Pride Awards shines a light on the stories of those working towards a world where people can thrive in all their diversity.

Come meet your LGBTIQ+ equality heroes, hear and share their incredible stories, and be inspired to make a more inclusive world!

The 2026 International Pride Awards Ceremony and broadcast are supported by Deutsche Bank and OUTtv.