Health
Health and happiness are two sides of the same coin. We recognize institutions and individuals in the health sector making a major impact — creating unique conditions for well-being within their organizations and communities.
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World Happiness Awards
Celebrate the people and communities making this planet a better place — for all.
In collaboration with the United Nations University for Peace and 300+ international thought leaders, corporate, government, research and educational institutions — the World Happiness Awards situate happiness and well-being as essential components of global innovation.
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Nominations are open. All year. From anywhere.
12 categories · +1 special
Twelve ways to celebrate human flourishing.
Each category recognises both individuals and communities. Partners may also co-create categories in their areas of interest — as with the COVID-19 One World Award sponsored by The Guardian Group.
Education
From socio-emotional curriculums to new programs of positive education. We recognize institutions and individuals disrupting the education sector to bring increased happiness and well-being to learners.
Nominate →Social Impact
Opportunities for underserved communities create sustainable, healthy societies. We look for social-good entrepreneurs and institutions bringing kindness, compassion, hope and abundance to societies worldwide.
Nominate →Work
Leaders within institutions and organizations creating conditions for employees and staff to feel good at work. Happiness is not a KPI — it is an essential state of mind, and we acknowledge those helping others flourish at work.
Nominate →Technology
Exponential and transformative technologies shape how we experience the world. We recognize individuals and institutions designing tech that enhances well-being, and that balance morality and ethics within their creations.
Nominate →Policy Making
Systemic change happens through public policy. Incredible policy developments are happening at every level of governance — this category is our thank-you to the people leading them.
Nominate →Art
Any artistic expression that brings happiness, joy and energy to communities: performance, architecture, music, dance, theatre, photography, painting, sculpture — anything that sparks dreams, imagination and community.
Nominate →Research
We love Happiness Research. Modern science brings validated tools, techniques and resources that help people thrive rather than just survive — and we honour the hard, important work behind them.
Nominate →Cities
Nature- and human-centric cities and environments — spaces that integrate nature and sustainable development into strategy, build communities and encourage economies of well-being.
Nominate →Communications
Communications and news that bring positivity and hope. Institutions and individuals able to inform while creating conditions to go beyond fear and anger.
Nominate →Catalyst
For individuals who go above and beyond to bring freedom, consciousness and happiness to the world. Discovery, Connection, Gratitude and Compassion are a major part of their values.
Nominate →Community
For an institution, organization or group of individuals making a profoundly positive impact in their community. Nominate a community you love.
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Laureates through the years
Meet the individuals and communities we have honoured.
From educators in Bhutan to social entrepreneurs in Nairobi, from health leaders in Costa Rica to Chief Well-Being Officers across 45 countries — the laureates hall carries the living history of the movement.
See laureatesNomination & Special Recognition
How the Awards work.
The objective of the World Happiness Awards is to recognize individuals and communities realizing a world with freedom, consciousness and happiness — for all.
Step 01
Nominate
Anyone from anywhere can nominate an individual or community. Submit at least one nomination form on the World Happiness Awards website.
Step 02
Recognition
Nominees are recognized by the World Happiness Fest — showcased on the World Happiness Awards website and across our communication channels.
Step 03
Special Recognition
Granted to nominees with the highest engagement and to those who demonstrate broad, deep outreach and positive impact — embodying Compassion, Gratitude, Discovery and Connection.
Step 04
Scholarship
Special-Recognition laureates receive a 12-month Scholarship by the World Happiness Fest for ALL learning fees, LIVE and ONLINE events worldwide — including the UPEACE program on Gross Global Happiness — plus a Special Recognition badge and certificate.
Sponsor a category
Partner with us to celebrate a category of your calling.
Partners may co-create their own award category — as with the COVID-19 One World Award sponsored by The Guardian Group. Send us a message and a member of our team will be in touch.
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Know a Happytalista worth celebrating?
Nominations are open all year. It takes five minutes — and it changes lives.