CEB Award for Social Cohesion
In line with its mandate, the Council of Europe Development Bank (CEB) launched an annual competition to acknowledge and reward remarkable contributions to social cohesion in Europe.
In a tangible show of support to social entrepreneurs and social economy organisations in the CEB’s member countries, the Bank’s shareholders increased the amount of the prize from €25 000 to €45 000. In addition, another two shortlisted projects will receive €5 000 each.
CEB Award for Social Cohesion 2026
The Award is open to individuals, non-governmental organisations, social enterprises and community groups that have developed and implemented projects with a strong social impact in one of 43 CEB member countries. Projects fostering inclusion of vulnerable groups are particularly encouraged to apply.
Meet our Jury
An independent Jury of experts will discuss the shortlist and select one Award winner and two runners-up.
