Deadline: 25-Nov-2025

The UAE Embassy Award recognises individuals, organisations, schools, and youth in Sri Lanka for measurable impact in water conservation and management. The initiative celebrates innovative research, advocacy, community leadership, and creative solutions that address water scarcity, pollution, and resource management challenges.

Program Overview

The UAE Embassy Award honours efforts that make a real difference in water conservation, management, and awareness in Sri Lanka. By highlighting practical solutions and innovative initiatives, the award aims to inspire broader engagement and sustainable practices for the protection of this vital resource.

Award Categories

The award is open to a wide range of contributors across multiple categories:

• Research: Peer-reviewed studies demonstrating impact on policy, practice, or public understanding of water issues.

• Advocacy & Media: Campaigns, investigative journalism, or media efforts that spark dialogue and action.

• Arts & Creativity: Visual, digital, or performance-based projects that creatively communicate water challenges and solutions.

• Youth: Individuals under 25 taking proactive steps to protect water resources.

• Schools: Student-led initiatives with measurable benefits for water conservation.

• Community Groups: Grassroots projects that address urgent water challenges through local leadership and participation.

Who is Eligible?

• Individuals, schools, universities, civil society organisations, community groups, and private sector entities based in Sri Lanka

• Work must demonstrate measurable impact within the past ten years

• Youth, women, and early- to mid-career professionals are strongly encouraged to apply

• Employees of the UAE Embassy or organising bodies are not eligible

• Each applicant may submit only one entry per cycle

Key Selection Criteria

• Demonstrated measurable impact on water conservation, management, or awareness

• Innovation, creativity, and effectiveness in addressing water challenges

• Engagement of local communities or youth participation

• Potential for scalability, replication, or influence on policy and practice

How to Apply

• Submit applications through the official UAE Embassy Award portal or call for entries

• Provide documentation or evidence supporting the impact of the project or work

• Clearly indicate the award category and applicant type

• Include relevant supporting materials such as research papers, media coverage, photographs, or videos

Why It Matters

Water scarcity, pollution, and resource stress are pressing challenges in Sri Lanka. By recognising leaders in research, advocacy, community action, and creativity, this award:

• Elevates impactful work and shares best practices

• Encourages youth and community participation in water stewardship

• Promotes sustainable solutions for future generations

• Strengthens awareness and capacity for water management nationwide

Impact of the Award

• Highlights pioneering initiatives shaping Sri Lanka’s water future

• Encourages knowledge exchange and replication of successful approaches

• Inspires a new generation of professionals, advocates, and artists to engage in water issues

• Amplifies the visibility of projects that deliver measurable results

Conclusion

The UAE Embassy Award serves as a prestigious platform to celebrate innovation, dedication, and leadership in water conservation and management. By recognising diverse contributions—from research and advocacy to arts and community initiatives—the award motivates sustainable action, raises awareness, and supports Sri Lanka’s long-term water security.

For more information, visit IWMI.