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When is the deadline to enter the awards?
The deadline to enter the awards is Friday 14 March at 23:00hrs ITU.
When & how is the shortlist of finalists announced?
On Tuesday 16 April, by email to all entrants, and at the AAE website and on AAE's social media channels and in its eNewsletter.
How much does it cost to enter the awards?
Per nomination:
- Non-members: €120
- Members: €96
- Members with an additonal paid plan: First nomination €0, subsequent nominations €96
When and where is the Awards Ceremony?
The Awards Ceremony takes place on the evening of 30 June 2025 in Hamburg (during the Associations World Congress).
What is the fee to attend the Awards Ceremony?
All finalists may attend the Awards Ceremony at no fee by attending the Associations World Congress to which they are provided one or more guest places (requirements). Accommodation and travel is the responsibility of the finalists.
How do I book for the Awards Ceremony?
All finalists will be issued with a code to book their no-fee place(s) to the Associations World Congress within which the Awards Ceremony takes place. The deadline to book on is Friday 2 May
What preparation is required to attend the Awards Ceremony?
If you entered a project-based category then you prepare an Association Success Story case study, that is then displayed during the congress for delegates to view, read and to have sent them.
What are the Key dates & Deadlines
| Date | Details |
| 29 January | Open for Nominations |
| 14 February | Judges announced |
| 14 March | Deadline for entries to be submitted |
| 16 April | Finalists announced |
| 2 May | Finalists book their places at the Ceremony (no fee) |
| 29 June | Finalists attend the Associations World Congress (no fee) |
| 30 June | Awards Ceremony |
How do I contact the organisers of the Awards?
You can contact the Awards Manager, Anca Urdea at [email protected] or message her here.