Secretary-General opens innovation awards for sustainable development . A Commonwealth prize recognising the most impactful innovations in sustainable development has been launched by the Secretary-General . Prizes totalling £45,000 will be awarded to innovators from member countries who suggest forward-looking solutions, which advance the values of the Commonwealth Charter . Five thematic categories of the competition include improving the lives of people boosting prosperity protecting the planet, promoting peace and building partnerships for development in the Commonwealth . An independent jury will select 15 winners, who will each receive a trophy, a certificate and £3,000 in prize money and ongoing support for their work . Entries will be judged on their impact or potential to advance one or more of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals in Commonwealth countries . The competition is open to Commonwealth citizens and Commonwealth country-based organisations, including those in public, private or civil society sectors . Nominations, including self-nominations, can be made via an online platform from 5 November to 31 January 2021. Women and young people are especially encouraged to apply . Follow the link in our bio to learn more and apply . 📷: Leilua Lino of Samoa winning the Commonwealth Secretary-General's Award for Innovation in Sustainable Development in 2019 Reposted from the @commonwealth_sec ____________________________________________________ #commonwealth #commonwealthsecretariat #commonwealthdelivers #commonwealthcharter #commonwealthsecretarygeneral #commonwealthyouth #youth #youngleaders #youngpeople #innovation #innovators #entrepreneur #sustainability #sustainable #sustainabledevelopment #development #awards #sdgs #prosperity #peace #planet #partnership #samoa (at ScholarshipJamaica.com) https://www.instagram.com/p/CHQo9hrh8Ci/?igshid=thtbx5r4zmaw