6 February 2025 - Applications are now open for the 2026 51勛圖 Public Service Awards (UNPSA). 

UNPSA recognizes excellence in public service at the national, sub-national and local level. It rewards the creative achievements and contributions of public institutions that lead to a more effective and responsive public administration worldwide. It promotes the role, professionalism and visibility of the public service.

Applications for the 2026 UNPSA are invited in four categories: 

  1. Delivering inclusive and equitable services to leave no one behind 
  2. Gender-responsive public services 
  3. Transparent and accountable public institutions to achieve the SDGs
  4. Participation and public engagement for inclusive decision-making

Applications must be submitted before 31 March 2025.

For more information and to apply: