About the Award

The House of Europe Award honours individuals and organisations that are driving Ukraine forward through partnership with the EU and the UK.

We are looking for leaders of change—those whose ideas and initiatives have been transforming their fields since 2022.

Submit your project or nominate someone who inspires you.

We are looking for those who:

Have implemented impactful projects despite the challenges of the full-scale invasion

Work independently or as part of a team

Work with culture, education, media, national minorities, and European integration

If this sounds like you, choose a category and apply.

Nominations

BEST
INTERNATIONAL CULTURAL COOPERATION

For cultural projects delivered in cooperation with partners from the EU or the UK during challenging times for Ukraine.

BEST
INTERNATIONAL EDUCATIONAL COOPERATION

For educational or youth projects implemented through cooperation between Ukraine, the EU, and the UK, creating spaces for growth and exchange.

BEST
INTERNATIONAL MEDIA
COOPERATION

For media projects developed in cooperation between Ukraine and partners from the EU or the UK, demonstrating responsible work with topics and facts.

REPRESENTATION OF UKRAINIAN CULTURE IN THE EU
For organisations from Ukraine,
the EU, or the UK that create opportunities for artists to be seen and heard internationally.

LEADER
in EUROPEAN INTEGRATION

For organisations from Ukraine, the EU, or the UK that have been working systematically on Ukraine’s EU integration for over five years and have achieved measurable results.

EXCELLENCE in CULTURAL HERITAGE PRESERVATION

For outstanding projects that preserve, research, and protect Ukraine’s cultural heritage.

PROMOTING
the CULTURE of NATIONAL MINORITIES

For projects created together with national minorities in Ukraine or dedicated to preserving their identity and developing their culture.

LEADER
in CULTURE

For professionals who have chosen to remain in Ukraine to set direction for the sector, strengthen partnerships with the EU, and inspire others.

BEST
TRANSLATED PUBLICATION

For book publications that have filled important gaps and expanded Ukrainian readers’ access to European and British literature through high-quality translation into Ukrainian and thoughtful promotion.

What will I receive?

Financial
award

EUR 1,500

National recognition

A commemorative
statuette and diploma
presented at the House of Europe
Award ceremony

Media
visibility

Communication support,
videos, publications, and
stories highlighting your work
and impact

Development opportunities

New partnerships and opportunities
for project growth

The path to the House of Europe Award

1. Choose a category

That best matches your project and activities

2. Join the presentation

On 19 February, 13.00 Kyiv time

It will be a Facebook Live stream where we answer your questions. No registration needed. Recording available afterwards

3. Apply

By 5 March 2026, 15:00 Kyiv time

Tell us your story—from ideas and partnerships to results and impact. Add materials that best showcase your work.

4. Become a finalist

The shortlist will be published in April 2026

5. Receive the award

At the House of Europe Award ceremony on 7 May 2026

FAQ

What is House of Europe?

When should the project have been implemented?

Who can apply?

Does the project have to be supported by House of Europe?

What legal form is required to apply?

How can I apply?

What is required to participate?

What is the application deadline?

How will the winners be selected?

Who will select the winners?

How will the award ceremony take place?

Which countries are members of the EU?

Can I submit a project involving the UK?

What are the conditions for the Best Translated Publication category?

What are the conditions for the Leader in Culture category?

What can strengthen an application in the Preservation of Cultural Heritage category?

When will finalists be notified?

How will the financial award be paid?

What should I do if I still have questions?