The Prize
From the Foundation
The Le Bon Prize Foundation Award
The Le Bon Prize Foundation Award, inaugurated in 2025 by the National Association of Seadogs (Pyrates Confraternity), is an international distinction conferred upon individuals and institutions whose work demonstrably advances the welfare of humanity. The Award recognises exceptional service characterized by measurable social impact, sustained commitment, and innovative leadership in addressing pressing human challenges.
Conceived as both recognition and catalyst, the Award honours contributions that materially enhance quality of life, safeguard human dignity, and strengthen communities across local, national, and global contexts. Laureates are selected on the basis of transformative outcomes—initiatives and interventions that move beyond intention to deliver enduring, systemic benefit.
By spotlighting exemplary service, the Le Bon Prize Foundation Award affirms the values of integrity, excellence, and humanitarian responsibility, while encouraging continued dedication to the common good worldwide.
Eligibility Criteria
The Le Bon Prize is open to individuals or organisations worldwide who have made significant contributions in the service of humanity.
Individual Criteria
- The nominee must have demonstrated exceptional dedication to the service of humanity, significantly impacting the society either on a local, national, regional or global scale.
- The nominee’s work should be aligned with the core principles of humanity.
- The contributions must have a positive impact on humanity.
Organisation Criteria
- The organization must have a track record of implementing projects or initiatives that have transformed lives and promoted humanity.
- It must be legally registered and have a transparent governance structure.
- The organization’s work should be innovative and transformative.
Shared / Joint Award
- An award can be shared by a group of individuals (subject to a maximum of three) and a group of organisations (subject to a maximum of two) when for the same cause, there is more than one contributor at individual or group level.
Nomination & Selection Process
The nomination and selection process will involve the following steps.
1. Call for Nominations
A global call for nominations is made, inviting submissions from individuals, institutions, and organisations.
2. Evaluation
The Le Bon Prize Award Selection Committee evaluates all nominations based on the established criteria for contributions made in the service of humanity.
3. Selection of Winner(s)
Based on the evaluations, the winner(s), along with the parameters for the selection is presented to the Board of Trustees for final approval. If the Board of Trustees rejects the nominated winner(s), the Selection Committee shall go back and re-evaluate the remaining nominations to come up with another nominated winner(s). This iteration process between the Selection Committee and the Board of Trustees shall continue until the nominated satisfactory winner(s) is approved. The Board of Trustees shall reserve the right not to conduct an Award Ceremony if not satisfied that the eventual nominated winner(s) meets the purpose and criteria for which the Le Bon Prize was established.
4. Award Presentation
The selected Nominee will be honoured at the Le Bon Prize award ceremony.
Rewarding Excellence
Award Ceremony
Recognising transformative impact on society and excellence in the service of others.
The Le Bon Prize will be presented at a ceremony organised by the Le Bon Prize Foundation. The ceremony will be a high-profile event attended by dignitaries, global leaders, and key stakeholders.
Prize Components
- A monetary award, the value of which will be determined by the Foundation’s Board of Trustees.
- A medallion inscribed with the Le Bon Prize emblem.
- A certificate of recognition detailing the recipient’s contribution to the service of humanity.
- Global recognition and opportunities for the laureates to share their work and inspire others
Publicity
The award ceremony will be widely publicised, with the recipient’s work showcased to inspire others. The ceremony shall be broadcast live and promoted across various media platforms.
Period of the Award
The Le Bon Prize will be awarded biennially for the first ten years of its existence, after which it will revert to being an annual event or as decided by the Board of Trustees.
In the year the event will be taking place, the nomination process will commence in November of the year preceding the event, with the final award ceremony taking place in July of the year the event is scheduled to hold.
Award Timeline
November to December
Call for Nominations
The official announcement of the Le Bon Prize Foundation Award is made globally, inviting nominations from individuals, institutions, and partners. Eligibility criteria, submission guidelines, and deadlines are published, and outreach efforts are intensified to ensure broad and diverse participation.
January to February
Shortlisting of Nominations
All submitted nominations undergo an initial screening process to verify eligibility and completeness. A review committee assesses submissions against established criteria and compiles a shortlist of candidates whose work demonstrates significant impact and alignment with the Award’s objectives.
March to April
Evaluation and Selection of the Winner
Shortlisted nominees are subjected to a comprehensive evaluation, including due diligence, impact verification, and independent review where necessary. The selection panel deliberates and formally determines the recipient based on merit, measurable outcomes, and transformative contribution.
May to June
Preparation for the Award Ceremony
Planning and coordination for the award presentation are undertaken. This includes event logistics, production of the award figurine, preparation of citation materials, media engagement, and coordination with the laureate and invited dignitaries.
July
Award Presentation and Post-Award Publicity
The Le Bon Prize is formally conferred at a ceremonial event. Following the presentation, structured media coverage, publications, and strategic communications activities are deployed to amplify the laureate’s work and reinforce the Award’s global impact.