The United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) and Shanghai Municipal People’s Government invite cities to apply for the third edition of the Global Award for Sustainable Development in Cities (Shanghai Award).
This global initiative recognizes the outstanding progress and achievement of cities around the world in their implementation of the 2030 Agenda as well as the New Urban Agenda. The Award acknowledges cities’ strategies, actions, and progress through a holistic and context-specific lens.
Applications are open until 10 June 2025
An award ceremony will be held at a major international platform and winners will be presented with a plaque and a trophy. Winning cities will have the opportunity to share their best practices and achievements in sustainable urban development, and be invited to attend important international events such as the World Urban Forum and the Observance of World Cities Day.
Who can apply
Cities around the world are eligible to apply. Member states and other UN agencies, organizations, and institutions with consultative status at the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) or that have been specially invited by UN-Habitat are invited to nominate cities.
How to apply
- Candidates need to sign up at https://shanghaiaward.org where application resources, including application form and letter templates, are available
- Download the application rules and guidelines here
- Download the step-by-step guide on how to apply here