Deadline: 16-Jan-2026
The World Health Organization (WHO) is inviting nominations for the World No Tobacco Day (WNTD) Awards 2026, recognizing individuals and organizations in each of the six WHO Regions for outstanding achievements in tobacco control. These awards honor work that has made a measurable impact on reducing tobacco use and improving public health outcomes globally.
Purpose
The WNTD Awards aim to:
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Celebrate individuals, organizations, and partners advancing tobacco control.
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Raise awareness of the dangers of tobacco consumption.
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Support policies, programs, and community actions that prevent tobacco use.
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Provide international recognition for innovative and effective approaches to tobacco control.
Who Can Be Nominated
Eligible nominees include stakeholders involved in:
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Advocacy
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Policy development
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Community engagement
Nominations should highlight measurable impacts and contributions in areas such as:
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Creating supportive environments for quitting
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Implementing strong tobacco control policies
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Raising public awareness about tobacco-related harms
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Protecting communities from tobacco-related risks
Award Benefits
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Recognition on an international stage for exemplary contributions to tobacco control.
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Opportunities for knowledge exchange and networking among global tobacco control champions.
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Promotion of strategies that can be adapted and implemented worldwide to reduce tobacco consumption.
Evaluation Criteria
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Demonstrated impact on tobacco control outcomes
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Measurable contribution to shifting social norms regarding tobacco use
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Innovative approaches to advocacy, research, policy, or community engagement
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Potential for replication and inspiration in other regions
FAQs
1. Who is eligible for nomination?
Individuals and organizations working in tobacco control advocacy, research, policy development, or community engagement.
2. How many regions are considered?
Six WHO Regions: Africa, Americas, Eastern Mediterranean, Europe, South-East Asia, and Western Pacific.
3. What types of achievements are recognized?
Achievements that create supportive environments for quitting, implement tobacco control policies, raise public awareness, and protect people from tobacco-related harm.
4. Is prior experience required?
While prior work in tobacco control is expected, the focus is on demonstrated impact and measurable results.
5. How does recognition help nominees?
It provides international visibility, encourages knowledge sharing, and highlights strategies that others can adopt to advance tobacco control globally.
Conclusion
The World No Tobacco Day 2026 Awards celebrate and amplify the efforts of individuals and organizations dedicated to combating tobacco use. By recognizing leadership and innovation, the awards contribute to a global movement towards a tobacco-free future, safeguarding health and wellbeing for current and future generations.
For more information, visit WHO.
