INTERNATIONAL ECO-HERO AWARDS FOR YOUNG ENVIRONMENTALISTS CALLS FOR ENTRIES

Since 2003, Action For Nature (AFN), ECO-HERO AWARDS FOR YOUNG ENVIRONMENTALISTS. a non-profit organization based in the United States, has been dedicated to recognizing and rewarding young individuals who are actively addressing the world’s challenging environmental issues.

We take great pride in acknowledging the remarkable efforts of young people aged 8 to 16 from all corners of the globe. These individuals have undertaken innovative environmental projects, and as a token of appreciation, we offer them a cash prize, a certificate of achievement, and public recognition.

Prizes

• Our winners not only receive a cash prize of up to $500, but they also gain exclusive access to our Eco-Hero Alumni Facebook Group.
• Additionally, their achievements are showcased on our website and in various media outlets.

Apply to Win

• Are you an Eco-Hero?
• Do you want the world to know about your impactful work?
• Or perhaps you know someone who deserves recognition as an Eco-Hero?
• We encourage you to review our Application Guidelines to determine if you are eligible to apply and become a Young Eco-Hero.

If you meet the criteria or know someone who does, we urge you to motivate them to submit an application. Have you been actively involved in preserving the environment? Have you been educating others on the importance of environmental protection? Have you conducted any environmental research projects? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then you are indeed a Young Eco-Hero. By being a role model, you demonstrate to others that individuals can truly make a difference.

Join us in celebrating the remarkable achievements of young Eco-Heroes and inspire others to take action for a better world.

Judging

• Our panel of judges, consisting of experts in environmental science, biology, and education, carefully review applications and evaluate the work of youth from various countries. They play a crucial role in determining the top achievers of the year.
• Our esteemed judges, who are experts in environmental science, biology, and environmental health, are searching for young individuals who can follow in their footsteps.
• We take immense pride in all our winners and applicants hailing from different corners of the globe.
• This is an incredible opportunity for you to showcase your environmental activism and creative endeavors. We eagerly anticipate supporting young individuals from all over the world who are dedicated to preserving our planet.
• For details and to apply visit the official website

PROJECT REQUIREMENTS

• The project is on environmental health, advocacy, research, protection of the natural world.
• The project is action-based and self-initiated and not assigned by a teacher
• The project should be 6 months long and near completion or completed in the last one year.
• If  an invention, some trials should have been completed before applying.
• You must be between 8 and 16 years on February 28th
• Science Fair will only be considered if they include environmental action, educational outreach or extended studies
• Projects related to domestic or confined animals, (b) compositions or reports are not accepted
• Past winners, relatives of AFN board, reading panel members, or judges cannot apply
• Only applications in English language are accepted.

Judging Criteria

• originality
• difficulty
• organization
• length of time devoted to the project
• influencing/educating others
• use of outside resources (e.g. library, experts, media, community leaders)
• degree of success in reaching goals
• the impact on the environment
• For details and to apply visit the official website