Grant opportunity
2026 GCSP Prize for Innovation in Global Security
GCSP is accepting applications for its annual prize recognising bold, creative and impactful contributions to global security.
- Funder
- Geneva Centre for Security Policy (GCSP)
- Applications close 23 September 2026 at 23:59 UTC+2
- Applications close 23 September 2026 at 23:59 UTC+2: Sep 23, 2026
- Award
- First prize CHF 10,000; certificates and honourable mentions for other finalists
- Applicant
- Individuals and organisations from all disciplines and sectors with innovative contributions to global security.
- Discipline
- Law, Governance and Human Rights
- Region
- Global
- Posted
- Jul 22, 2026
Call summary
Overview
The GCSP Prize for Innovation in Global Security recognises original achievements that respond to pressing security challenges through projects, technologies, publications, policies or institutional initiatives.
Who can apply
The prize is open to individuals and organisations across disciplines and sectors. Applicants should demonstrate originality, innovation and relevance to global security.
What it supports
- Innovative initiatives addressing global security challenges.
- Technological, research, policy or organisational contributions.
- Work that demonstrates creativity, practical relevance and impact.
Funding and duration
- The first-place laureate receives CHF 10,000 and a certificate.
- Second and third place receive certificates, and additional projects may receive honourable mentions.
Applications close 23 September 2026 at 23:59 UTC+2
Applications close 23 September 2026 at 23:59 UTC+2: Sep 23, 2026
How to apply
Apply through the official GCSP prize page before the 23 September 2026 deadline.
Call details
Source-based overview
The GCSP Prize for Innovation in Global Security celebrates people and organisations advancing creative responses to security challenges. The 2026 application window is open, with winners expected to be announced in fall 2026.
Eligibility
The prize is open to individuals and organisations across disciplines and sectors. Applicants should demonstrate originality, innovation and relevance to global security.
Funding and benefits
The first-place laureate receives CHF 10,000 and a certificate.
Second and third place receive certificates, and additional projects may receive honourable mentions.
Themes and supported activities
Innovative initiatives addressing global security challenges.
Technological, research, policy or organisational contributions.
Work that demonstrates creativity, practical relevance and impact.
Deadline and timeline
Applications close 23 September 2026 at 23:59 UTC+2: Applications close 23 September 2026 at 23:59 UTC+2: Sep 23, 2026.
Applicants should confirm the exact deadline time, time zone, required documents, portal steps and any institutional approvals on the official call page before submitting.
How to apply
Apply through the official GCSP prize page before the 23 September 2026 deadline.
Before applying, check eligibility rules, budgets, attachments, page limits, partner requirements, cost-share conditions and whether the opportunity uses an expression of interest, full proposal, registration or nomination stage.