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Nominate a future Laureate

Eligibility

The Prize is awarded to an individual or organisation that has worked predominantly to promote trade union rights and/or strengthen trade union organising around the world.

The prize recognises significant achievements in promoting the rights, dignity and collective interests of workers and in advancing strong, independent and democratic trade union organisations.

The prize may be awarded only to living individuals or organisations. Deceased persons are not eligible for nomination.

Who May Nominate

The following individuals and organisations are eligible to nominate candidates for the Prize:

  • Members of the boards of organisations that have previously received the Prize.
  • Representatives and employees of Norwegian trade unions.
  • Representatives and employees of trade unions around the world affiliated with confederations that are part of the International Trade Union Confederation (ITUC), or with the Global Unions.
  • Previous recipients of the Prize.

Nomination Requirements

Each nomination shall provide a clear and substantive account of the candidate’s achievements and explain why the candidate merits the prize.

The nomination must include:

  • The full name of the individual or organisation being nominated.
  • A detailed statement outlining the candidate’s contribution to trade union rights and/or the strengthening of trade union organisations.
  • The name and position of the person submitting the nomination.
  • The nominator’s trade union or organisational affiliation.
  • A clear description of the nominator’s professional or organisational relationship to the candidate.
  • Any relevant supporting documentation or materials that substantiate the nomination.

Nominations may be submitted in any of the following languages:

  • French
  • English
  • Norwegian
  • Spanish

Deadline

The deadline for nominations is 1 January each year.

Nominations received after the deadline will be considered for the following prize cycle.

Submission of Nominations

Nominations must be submitted through the official nomination form.

Submit your nomination here