What is the Young Changemakers award?
We. Communications has joined PRovoke Media to launch a first of its kind people award – one that will celebrate the next generation of comms stars. Awards will be given annually during the Global SABRE Award ceremony.
This Award is intended to provide a career & professional development launching pad for marginalized groups who have traditionally been under-represented in the PR/ communications industry by providing mentorship, skills training, and access to more tools and resources.
Who can enter the awards?
The criteria for the awards varies on regions.
To qualify for the award in North America, candidates must be:
- Between the ages of 22 and 29 as of entry date
- Identifies as a member of any disadvantaged, underrepresented or otherwise marginalized group, whether by ethnicity, sexual orientation, or economic background.
To qualify for the award in UK/Europe, candidates must be:
- Between the ages of 22 and 29 as of entry date
- Identifies as a member of any disadvantaged, underrepresented or otherwise marginalized group, whether by ethnicity, sexual orientation, or economic background.
To qualify for the award in APAC/MEA, candidates must be:
- Between the ages of 22 and 29 as of entry date
- Identifies as a member of any disadvantaged, underrepresented or otherwise marginalized group, whether by ethnicity, sexual orientation, or economic background.
To qualify for the award in Latin/South America, candidates must be:
- Between the ages of 22 and 29 as of entry date
- Identifies as a member of any disadvantaged, underrepresented or otherwise marginalized group, whether by ethnicity, sexual orientation, or economic background.
Is there an entry fee?
No, there is no fee to enter.
What must I submit to enter?
Candidates will deliver:
- Written submission
- Video summary/pitch or work
For details on what to include please see Craft a Winning Entry.
What do I get if I win?
Winners in each region will receive:
- Travel & tickets to PRovoke Media’s Global Summit + SABRE Awards 2026
- 1:1 with PRovoke Media’s leadership team, a closed-door AMA for deep industry insight and information
- Inclusion in sizzle reel at Global SABREs 2026
- Opportunity to publish an OpEd in PRovoke Media or appear on the PRovoke Media podcast
- Opportunity to participate in a panel session at this year's PRovoke Media Global Summit highlighting experiences and perspectives from today's Changemakers
Great! When is the deadline?
The deadline to submit entries is August 14 at 11:59pm U.S. East time.