Luxembourg Award for Inclusive Finance 2026

Unlocking
Youth-Inclusive
Finance

The Luxembourg Award for Inclusive Finance 2026 highlights organisations active in financial inclusion that accompany young people as they navigate life’s key stages, helping them develop skills and seize the opportunities needed to build a prosperous future.

ABOUT THE AWARD

Recognizing Excellence in Inclusive Finance Since 2005

The Luxembourg Award for Inclusive Finance aims to recognize excellence and disseminate best practices for replication by others, by: rewarding outstanding achievements in inclusive finance and fostering the sharing of innovative practices to advance the sector. Each year, the award focuses on a specific theme, addressing critical areas such as climate change resilience, technology in financial inclusion, and women's empowerment.

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News & Publications

The European Microfinance Award becomes the Luxembourg Award for Inclusive Finance

16/03/2026

The EMA Organization Team is Seeking an Expert Advisor for the 2026 Edition on Financial Inclusion for Youth

03/12/2025

(FR) RADIANT YACU, au Rwanda, remporte le Prix européen de la microfinance 2025

14/11/2025

(EN) RADIANT YACU of Rwanda wins European Microfinance Award 2025

14/11/2025

Building Resilience through Inclusive Insurance: Insights from the European Microfinance Award 2025

13/11/2025

(ES) Britam General Insurance, DHAN Foundation, y RADIANT YACU Ltd, Finalistas del Premio Europeo de las Microfinanzas 2025 “Fortaleciendo la Resiliencia mediante Seguros Inclusivos”

16/09/2025

(FR) Britam General Insurance, DHAN Foundation, et RADIANT YACU Ltd désignés finalistes du Prix européen de la Microfinance 2025 « Renforcer la résilience grâce à l’assurance inclusive »

16/09/2025

(EN) Britam General Insurance, DHAN Foundation, and RADIANT YACU Ltd announced as Finalists for European Microfinance Award 2025 on ‘Building Resilience through Inclusive Insurance’

16/09/2025

Unprecedented interest in European Microfinance Award 2025; record field of applications received for Award on ‘Building Resilience through Inclusive Insurance’

14/04/2025

The Microinsurance Network Newsletter: “The European Microfinance Award 2025: Building resilience through inclusive insurance”

21/03/2025

Why Apply

Recognition

Recognition

Gain international recognition for your innovative initiative(s).

Networking

Networking

Connect with industry leaders and stakeholders in inclusive finance.

Funding

Funding

Win 100K€ as the winner or 10K€ as a runner-up to further your impact.

Key Dates

16.03.2026

Application Opening

25.03.2026

Application Guidance Webinars

English session: 25th March, 10h00 CET. Watch the recording

Spanish session: 25th March, 16h00 CET. Watch the recording

26.03.2026

Application Guidance Webinar

French session: 26th March, 16h00 CET. Watch the recording

12.04.2026 23:59 CEST

Application Deadline

04.2026 - 05.2026

Round 1 Application assessment

Applicants that pass this phase will be invited during the first half of May to submit the Full Application Form (Round 2).

Early October

Finalists Announcement

In September 2026, the selection committee for the Luxembourg Inclusive Finance Award, dedicated to the theme “Unlocking Youth-Inclusive Finance” will select the three finalists who will compete for the €100,000 prize.

12.11.2026

Luxembourg Award for Inclusive Finance Ceremony

ROUND 01 APPLICATION PROCESS

02

Prepare
your submission
according to the Guidelines.

03

Complete
the online Application Form
before April 12th, 2026 23:59 CET.

Past Editions