Launched in 2015 as part of the GCSP’s Creativity and Innovation Initiative, the GCSP Prize for Innovation in Global Security recognises groundbreaking contributions that address the world’s most pressing security challenges.
Organised by GCSP's Geopolitics and Global Futures Department, this prestigious annual award celebrates individuals and organisations that are advancing bold, creative, and impactful solutions in the field of global security.
Open to all disciplines and sectors, the prize highlights the most inspiring and original achievements of the year - whether through new initiatives, technological innovations, research publications, or institutional accomplishments.
The first-place laureate receives a CHF 10,000 cash prize and a certificate of excellence in recognition of their outstanding contribution to global peace and security.
Second- and third-place recipients will be honoured with certificates of recognition, while two additional projects will receive honourable mentions.
Explore the achievements of our past winners here.
The deadline for applications is Wednesday, 23 September 2026 at 23:59 UTC+2. The winners will be announced in Fall 2026.
