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Amsterdam, the Netherlands, 5 August 2026 – Today, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and ILGA World honoured five outstanding ‘Equality Champions’ with the International Pride Awards, during a special ceremony at the WorldPride Human Rights Conference in Amsterdam. The 2026 International Pride Awards celebrate individuals and organizations whose courage, leadership and commitment are advancing…

28 July – The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and ILGA World (the International Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans and Intersex Association) are excited to announce that Amrou Al-Kadhi will host the 2026 International Pride Awards ceremony, set to take place on 5 August during the Human Rights Conference at WorldPride Amsterdam. Amrou Al-Kadhi (they/them) is…

Partnerships support global initiative celebrating leaders advancing LGBTIQ+ equality and inclusion 16 July 2026 – The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and ILGA World are pleased to welcome Deutsche Bank and OUTtv as supporters of the 2026 International Pride Awards ceremony and broadcast. The International Pride Awards recognize individuals and organizations whose leadership, courage and…

Global initiative celebrates heroes driving LGBTIQ+ equality and positive change. Nominations open on 17 March 2026, and the award recipients will be announced at a special event on 5 August 2026 at WorldPride in Amsterdam 1 March 2026 – Across the world, courageous individuals are working – often against extraordinary odds – to ensure that everyone…