King Baudouin African Development Prize

The King Baudouin Foundation is an independent public benefit foundation that supports commitment to create greater justice, democracy and diversity in society.

The King Baudouin Foundation is calling for nominations for the first edition of the King Baudouin African Development Prize.

The King Baudouin African Development Prize aims to reward individuals or organisations who are making an outstanding contribution to development in Africa. The Prize pays particular attention to initiatives which stand out as the best in their field, significantly improve the quality of life of the populations they serve, and empower local communities to take development into their own hands.

The King Baudouin African Development Prize builds on the superb track record of its predecessor, the King Baudouin International Development Prize, which was established in 1978 to promote social progress throughout the developing world. After three decades with a global reach, the King Baudouin Prize will concentrate its efforts on Africa, in line with its core objective of supporting pioneering development work where it is needed most. According to a United Nations Development Programme ranking, the majority of countries with a low ‘human development index’ are indeed located on the African continent.

The 2012-2013 King Baudouin African Development Prize will be awarded in the spring of 2013 at the Royal Palace in Brussels. Beyond its monetary value of €150 000, the Prize offers its winners unique opportunities to increase their visibility and promote their cause to international audiences.

To nominate a candidate, refer to www.kbprize.org.

Applications received from individuals who apply for the Prize for themselves or for an organisation within which they are active will not be accepted.

For more about the King Baudouin Foundation, refer to www.kbs-frb.be.