The 2026 French Republic Human Rights Prize is now open for applications. The deadline is 4 Octobre 2026 at midnight (GMT+1). This contest rewards grassroots initiatives that defend human rights in France or abroad.
The 2026 theme focuses on protecting the right to asylum and the fundamental rights of refugees, asylum seekers and displaced persons. The Prize is awarded by the Prime Minister of France, while the call is organized by the National Consultative Commission on Human Rights (CNCDH).
Key Details:
Application Deadline: 4 Octobre 2026 at midnight (GMT+1)
Eligible Countries: France, International
Contest Type: Human rights prize / contest
Prize / Benefits: Recognition for grassroots human rights initiatives; Prize awarded by the Prime Minister of France
About the Contest
The 2026 French Republic Human Rights Prize, also known as the Liberty – Equality – Fraternity Prize, highlights projects that promote and protect human rights. In particular, the 2026 edition centers on the right to asylum and the protection of refugees, asylum seekers and displaced persons.
According to the official information, the contest welcomes grassroots initiatives carried out in France or abroad. As a result, it offers a platform for visibility and recognition for applicants working on this year’s theme.
Host Organization: National Consultative Commission on Human Rights (Commission nationale consultative des droits de l’homme – CNCDH)
Award Provider: Prime Minister of France
Location: France and abroad
Value of Award: Not specified – please see official page
Number of Awards: Not specified – please see official page
Eligibility
Applicants must align with the official eligibility focus. Eligible entries include:
- Grassroots initiatives
- Projects based in France or abroad
- NGOs or individual applicants
- Applicants committed to the defence of human rights
- Activities related to the 2026 theme: protecting the right to asylum and the fundamental rights of refugees, asylum seekers and displaced persons
However, additional requirements were not specified in the validated information. Please check the official page for full application conditions.
How to Apply
Interested applicants should review the official call and application instructions before submitting. Since detailed submission requirements were not provided here, you should consult the official page for the application process, supporting materials and final instructions.
Application Link: https://www.cncdh.fr/actualite/edition-2026-du-prix-des-droits-de-lhomme-0
👉 Visit the official contest page for details
