The finalists — selected from over 5,500 applications from 190 countries and territories — represent bold, creative, and scalable solutions that are accelerating progress on the world’s most pressing challenges — from climate resilience and gender equality to peacebuilding and inclusive economic growth.
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These powerful investigative podcasts break through decades of silence and reach millions of listeners, restoring the voices of Indigenous communities—and reshaping public opinion.
Sounds Right turns NATURE into the world’s most celebrated music artist—streaming her sounds to millions of listeners and directing royalties to protect biodiversity hotspots.
Empowering women to lead peacebuilding, economic recovery, and democratic participation in communities deeply affected by war, inequality, and disaster.
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Working across Africa and Europe, Footprint to Freedom reshapes how the world confronts human trafficking—showing that when survivors lead, freedom follows.
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Shiori Ito breaks silence on sexual violence—turning her personalÂ
trauma into a global movement for justice, survivor rights, and systemic reform.
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Tune in to the live 2025 Heroes of Tomorrow: UN SDG Action Awards Ceremony on 29 October at 18:00 CET, where winners will be unveiled through an inspiring celebration with music, art, and voices from across the globe.
