The most coveted award, Glocal Teen Hero Nepal is celebrating its 10th year. This prestigious award recognizes and honours exceptional teenagers with remarkable leadership, innovation, and commitment to social change.
Organizer of the award ceremony, Glocal Pvt. Ltd. is accepting applications from all across the nation. Teenagers aged between 13 to 19 years who have demonstrated remarkable leadership, and commitment to social change can apply for the award.
A diverse pool of applicants already making waves in their respective fields will be announced on September 01, 2024. These exceptional teens will bring new stories of innovation, leadership, and positive change in the society.
The Selection Process
The selection process for the Glocal Teen Hero is thorough and transparent. It begins with an open call for applications, where teenagers nationwide can submit their profiles and describe their works. A panel of judges, comprising experts from various fields, then reviews these applications based on criteria. This rigorous evaluation process ensures that the most deserving candidates are felicitated.
The Impact of Winning
Winning the Glocal Teen Hero award can be a life-changing experience for the recipients. It provides them a platform to expand their initiatives, attract funding, and gain mentorship from established leaders. Many past winners have gone on to receive international recognition, furthering their impact on a global scale.
Furthermore, the award fosters a strong sense of community among young leaders. Past winners often collaborate on projects, support one another’s initiatives, and continue to inspire the next generation of applicants, creating a lasting legacy of youth empowerment and innovation.
The Legacy of Glocal Teen Hero
Glocal Teen Hero was initiated in 2015 to recognize the incredible teenagers of the Kathmandu Valley. By 2016, it expanded nationwide, providing a platform for all teenagers across Nepal. With a vision of extending its reach to other South Asian countries, Glocal Teen Hero was launched in India, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh in 2019, 2020, and 2022, respectively. The platform continues to grow, celebrating outstanding teenagers across the globe each year. Now in its 10th year, Glocal Teen Hero Nepal is set to accept applications from dedicated, passionate, and innovative teenagers in Nepal, aiming to recognize and empower them. The initiative seeks to highlight the positive contributions of teenagers, who are making a significant impact in various fields such as social work, entrepreneurship, innovation, environmental conservation, and many more.
Over the past nine years, the award has shed light on the stories of numerous young change-makers. From pioneering environmental initiatives to launching innovative startups, advocating for social justice, health awareness, and astronomy exploration, these teenagers have brought about tangible changes in their communities and inspired their peers to dream big and act boldly.
A Decade of Inspiration
The journey of the Glocal Teen Hero award over the last decade has been nothing short of transformative. Each year, the selection process becomes more rigorous, with increase in the number of applications from talented teens nationwide.
The award’s influence extends beyond the winners themselves. It has fostered a culture of youth empowerment, encouraging schools, communities, and families to support young leaders. The media coverage and public recognition that come with the award have amplified the voices of these young heroes, allowing them to attract more resources and support for their initiatives.
