The nomination window is now open for the 2027 IB Community Inspiration Award, presented to members of the IB community who have made a significant impact in furthering the organization’s mission and values.
Now in its second year, the annual honour recognizes the individual excellence of those who continually make inspiring and significant local and global contributions within their communities.
Three winners are selected from Asia-Pacific, the Americas, and Europe, the Middle East and Africa. The inaugural 2026 winners, Kayana Monga, Harold Molina Menegas, and Dr. Tetiana Isakova, were chosen for their outstanding efforts in demonstrating the transformative power of service and leadership.
The award is open to students, alumni, parents, educators, administrators, or anyone with direct ties to an IB school, association, network or system.
If you have someone in mind, you can nominate them for the award now via this online form. The nomination window is set to close on 25 October 2026.
Winners are chosen by a committee based on four key criteria:
- Use of Voice – How the nominee uses their voice effectively – whether locally, nationally, and/or globally – to support the IB’s mission and advocate for “more IB”.
- Impact – How the nominee’s role and contributions demonstrate sustained impact reflective of IB community values.
- Innovation – How the nominee takes risks and overcomes obstacles to drive innovation, in line with the IB learner profile.
- Shared Humanity – How the nominee exemplifies the qualities of being human, such as caring, compassion and open-mindedness.
There is no limit to inspiration. As the IB seeks to create a better, more peaceful world, it’s time to celebrate those who bring this mission to life, doing so at the very heart of their communities.
We encourage you to consider who in your community you might like to see recognized, and eagerly await your nominations. Submit yours here.
For more information about the award, visit the award web page: IB Community Inspiration Award
