The Global Alliance for Public Relations and Communication Management is delighted to announce the finalists of the World Public Relations and Communication Awards 2026, celebrating outstanding achievements in public relations and communication from around the world.
Following a rigorous evaluation process conducted by an international panel of distinguished judges, the shortlisted entries have been selected for their excellence, innovation, creativity, and impact on the public relations and communication profession.
The World Public Relations and Communication Awards recognise and celebrate excellence across industries, sectors, and regions, highlighting the vital role of strategic and responsible communication in building trust, strengthening relationships, and creating positive change.
The 2026 edition attracted 92 entries from 22 countries worldwide, reflecting the global reach of the Awards and the exceptional talent, innovation, and commitment demonstrated by communication professionals and organisations across the world.
Global Alliance extends its congratulations to all participants and finalists and expresses its sincere appreciation to the international panel of industry experts, professional leaders, and academics who dedicated their time and expertise to evaluating the submissions.
Winners to Be Announced in Abuja, Nigeria
The winners will be officially announced and celebrated at the Awards Ceremony taking place on 17 November 2026, at 7:30 pm, at the Transcorp Hilton Abuja, Nigeria, as part of the World Public Relations Forum (WPRF) 2026.
The ceremony will bring together communication professionals, industry leaders, and distinguished guests from around the world to recognise outstanding achievements and celebrate excellence in the profession.
Discover the complete list of finalists below and join us in congratulating the outstanding individuals, teams, and organisations finalists for the 2026 Awards!
Diversity & Inclusion Campaign
Ageas Cooljazz, AI Empowering Inclusion | Ageas Portugal | Portugal
National Human Rights Strategy for Disabled People | Department of Children, Disability and Equality of Ireland | Ireland
One in Five – A Transformative Shift in Māori Data | The Shine Collective + Te Kāhui Raraunga | New Zealand
ESG Campaign
Freedom lost its day. We gave it back. | Slovenská sporiteľňa (Slovak Savings Bank) | Slovakia
Customs Cares: An Engine of Sustainable Development | Chain Reactions Africa | Nigeria
NTUThinks – Season 1: Green | Nanyang Technological University | Singapore
Corporate Reputation
Customs Cares: From Borders to Bridges | Chain Reactions Africa + Nigeria Customs Service | Nigeria
Companies that Go Beyond by Grant Thornton | Grant Thornton | Spain
The Newton’s Laboratory on Metlen Lse Listing | The Newtons Laboratory | Greece
Trends and Communication Transformation
The Garden That Refused to Sleep | Prague Botanical Garden | Czech Republic
Young Blood for Parliament: 30 Under 30 | Institute for Youth Political Participation (IPPM) + Svencom (Svengali Communications) | Czech Republic
PR-Driven Management – Elevate Your Future Value | Dentsu PR Consulting Inc. | Japan
Education & Training Campaign
SCM2: Tangible Influence and Impact | Centre for Strategic Communication Excellence | Australia
NTUThinks – Season 1: Green | Nanyang Technological University | Singapore
ULAB’s Sustainable Literacy Outreach Effort | University of Liberal Arts Bangladesh | Bangladesh
Consumer/Customer Relations Campaign
SABI Tribe | Chain Reactions Africa + Nivea | Nigeria
GIRA & Lisbon Book Fair 2025 | EMEL – Empresa Municipal de Mobilidade e Estacionamento de Lisboa | Portugal
Media Relations and Influencers Campaign
IATF 2027 | Chain Reactions Africa + Afreximbank | Nigeria
One in Five – A Transformative Shift in Māori Data | The Shine Collective + Te Kāhui Raraunga | New Zealand
Building a Tribe of Trusted Storytellers | TPT International Limited + Pernod Ricard | Nigeria
Internal Communication Campaign
Transforming the Future of Banking: BNP Paribas – TOP Success Project | BNP Paribas | France
edpON: the digital front door to EDP | EDP Energias Portugal | Portugal
Italo Stars | Eprcomunicazione società Benefit S.p.A. + Italo | Italy
Public Service Relations Campaign
The Virus Is Closer Than You Think | Prague Public Health Authority (HSHMP; Hygienická stanice hlavního města Prahy) | Czech Republic
Citizen’s Connect | Chain Reactions Africa + The Presidency | Nigeria
National Youth Opportunities Towards Advancement | Tim-Sky Media Services | Kenya
Not-for-profit Campaign
Lagos Has Talent-Climate Edition | Chain Reactions Africa + C40 Cities X Lagos State Ministry of Environment | Nigeria
Gaza Calling | Global Advisors Communications + International Humanitarian and Philanthropic Council – UAE | Palestinian territories/ United Arab Emirates
A Legacy That Saves Lives | TPT International Limited + Rite Foods Limited | Nigeria
Internal Event
Annual AfterSales Event – Volkswagen Group | Mostaza Comunicación + Volkswagen Group AfterSales | Spain
Peran Sepadan | PT Agincourt Resources | Indonesia
MENEAT Visit – Kano Emir’s Palace Move to Lagos | TPT International Limited + Japan Tobacco International (JTI) | Nigeria
External Event
A Glass Symphony: A Garden’s Turnaround | Prague Botanical Garden | Czech Republic
Lagos Shopping Festival | Chain Reactions Africa + Aramanda Exp | Nigeria
A Nation Closer to Home: National Housing Expo | Home Development Mutual Fund (Pag-IBIG Fund) | Philippines
The Africa Fertilizer and Soil Health Summit 2024 | The Mason Africa Group + The African Union Commission + The Contented Agency | Kenya
Audiovisual
Dire Fare Curare | ab medica + Brandstories | Italy
NTUThinks – Season 1: Green | Nanyang Technological University | Singapore
“Ode to ULAB” Philosophy Campaign | University of Liberal Arts Bangladesh | Bangladesh
Digital and Social Media
Opening The Unopenable | BNP Paribas + Jokariz | France
#NigeriaRebounds | Chain Reactions Africa + The Presidency – Digital & New Media Team | Nigeria
We Play to Win | Watu Credit Limited | Kenya
Publication
PR-Driven Management – Elevate Your Future Value | Dentsu PR Consulting Inc. | Japan
MRT Jakarta Internal Magazine “CONNECT” | PT MRT Jakarta (Perseroda) | Indonesia
Global Student of the Year
Nieves Santana Baute | University of La Laguna | Spain
Nishat Anjum Anika | University of Liberal Arts Bangladesh | Bangladesh
Tadeáš Řáha | Charles University | Czech Republic
Global Public Relations Rising Star of the Year
Ferdiza Barthelemy | PT MRT Jakarta (Perseroda) | Indonesia
Shady El Gohary | Global Advisors Communications | United Arab Emirates
Global Public Relations Practitioner of the Year
Dr. Peter Klomp | UEFA | Switzerland
Rod Cartwright | Rod Cartwright Consulting | United Kingdom
Shady El Gohary | Global Advisors Communications | United Arab Emirates
Global In-House Public Relations Team of the Year
Stop It With You | National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority (NCEMA) + Global Advisors Communications | United Arab Emirates
Global Public Relations Association of the Year
Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) | Nigeria
To register for WPRF 2026, click here.