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SHORTLIST HAS BEEN REVEALED! 

Thank you for submitting your entries and nominations! 

The PRWeek Global Awards return for their 12th year, and are excited to reveal the shortlist has now been revealed. We can’t wait to celebrate the outstanding talent and achievements in PR and communications worldwide for a night of celebration.

We appreciate the time and effort you’ve put into showcasing your best work. Our judges were hugely impressed by the calibre of this year’s entries, each reflecting the passion, innovation, and impact that define excellence within the industry. 



Now is the perfect time to secure your tickets for the Award Ceremony.

Congratulations to those who were shortlisted.

Join us for an evening of enrichment, showcasing the very best work in the industry from the past year on

Thursday 15 May 2025 at the Jumeirah Carlton Tower.

Count down until the 2025 PRWeek Global Awards ceremony!

2025-05-15 17:30:00Z

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KEY INFORMATION


DATES FOR YOUR DIARY

Ceremony 2025 - 15 May

Location - Jumeirah Carlton Tower

PRICES

Individual ticket: £460 + VAT

Table of 10: £4450 + VAT

Premium Table of 10: £6000 + VAT

WHY ATTEND PRWEEK GLOBAL AWARDS?


Network with Industry Leaders

An exclusive gathering of top PR professionals, agency heads, and corporate communication executives from around the world. It’s a prime opportunity to connect with influential figures, potential clients, and future collaborators in a relaxed, high-profile setting.

Strengthen Team Morale & Client Relationships

Bringing colleagues or clients to the awards dinner is a great way to reward hard work, boost team morale, and deepen professional relationships in a celebratory environment.

Enjoy a Prestigious Social Event

Held at the Jumeirah Carlton Tower in London, the event offers an elegant black-tie experience, complete with a luxury dinner and drinks reception. It’s a rare chance to enjoy a top-tier industry event in a sophisticated setting.

Increase Your Visibility & Stand Out

Attending a high-profile event like this puts you and your organisation in front of the right audience - key decision-makers, industry leaders, and influential stakeholders.  It’s an excellent way to raise your profile, elevate your industry presence and enhance your reputation within this industry.

AWARDS NIGHT


For the first time, the PRWeek Global Awards will be held at the prestigious Jumeirah Carlton Tower, in the heart of Knightsbridge, London. 

Mark your calendars for Thursday 15 May 2025, and be part of the most anticipated international PR event of the year.

Tickets will be available soon - don’t miss your chance to join the celebration.

CATEGORIES


Campaigns

Best Campaign

Open to transformative work carried out in one or more countries within the region. The work submitted should demonstrate effectiveness, creativity, strategic excellence, and innovation, plus an inherent understanding of the particular qualities and specialist knowledge required to succeed in the specific regional market(s).

There are 5 awards available to win in the following regions:

  • Africa
  • Asia
  • Europe (Outside UK)
  • Middle East
  • LatAm

Best Campaign - Asia Pacific

Best Campaign - Europe (outside UK)

Best Campaign - LatAm

Best Campaign - Middle East

Best PR Software or AI Platform

Open to PR software or AI platforms that demonstrate ease of use, creativity and return on investment for agencies or in-house brands as part of their communications strategies.

Best Use of AI or PR Software

Honours campaigns that demonstrate effective use of PR software products and tools or tech stacks and/or AI as an intrinsic part of the activation.

Citizenship

Honours a local or regional campaign that jumps across borders to create awareness, engagement, and results beyond the scope of the original target market.

Consumer Launch

Honours the launch of a consumer product or service.

Content

Recognises the best use of strategic and creative content that drives business and brand objectives across multiple markets.

Corporate Branding

Honours new company launches or corporate rebranding initiatives.

Corporate Social Responsibility

Recognises a CSR programme that demonstrates the organisation’s tangible commitment to delivering on ethical, environmental, or social justice commitments.

Creative Idea

Celebrates a game-changing creative idea that takes a brand, company or organisation in a new, exciting direction and delivers results that exceed expectations.

Employee Communications

Awarding a great internal communications campaign.

Event Activation

Celebrates campaigns that successfully align and maximise sponsorship of global events such as international sporting, political, NGO or technology events. 

Healthcare

Honours pharmaceutical or healthcare initiatives.

Influencer Marketing

Award the most effective, innovative and creative campaign that uses one or more social media influencers to achieve its aims

Integration

PR strategy leads the way for the winning campaign that takes this award, which honours work that crosses marketing channels and disciplines.

Issues and Crisis

The winning entry will demonstrate effective management of a significant issue or crisis, internal or external.

Non-Profit

Most effective work on an international nonprofit programme, designed to raise money, or to influence public or political opinion.

PR Breakthrough

Transformative work that crosses national borders, across all types of media and information channels.

Product Brand Development

Recognising outstanding success in development, reinvigoration or re-launch of an established consumer brand.

Public Sector

Honouring cross-national work in the public sector, standalone or in partnership with corporations, government agencies, or NGOs.

People & Agencies

Global Professional - Agency

Global Professional - In-House

Global Agency

The agency that wins this award will demonstrate great business results as well as talent development, community leadership, innovation and outstanding customer relationships across at least three different continents.

Global Agency (under $100m revenue)

Celebrating agencies that demonstrate great business results as well as talent development, community leadership, innovation and outstanding customer relationships across at least two different countries.

Best Agency

Celebrates the agency that best demonstrates its effectiveness on behalf of clients in relation to real business results, revenue growth and new business achievements, understanding of the regional market, talent development, leadership in the region, innovation, and eye-catching customer relationships.

There are 5 awards available to win in the following regions:

  • Africa 
  • Asia 
  • Europe (Outside UK) 
  • Middle East
  • LatAm

Global Professional

Celebrating the work of a PR professional whose innovation and leadership is advancing the public relations profession. Judges will be looking for professional qualities including, effective team leadership internally, including development of staff.

There are 2 awards available:

  • In-House
  • Agency

Best Agency - Asia Pacific

Best Agency - Europe (outside UK)

Best Agency - LatAm

Best Agency - Middle East

CHAIR OF JUDGES 2025


"It’s an incredible privilege to chair the judging of the PRWeek Global Awards for 2025. These awards showcase the creativity, strategy, and impact that our industry delivers year after year. I'm excited to both learn from this but also help celebrate the work that not only captivates audiences but also drives meaningful change."

Andy Pharoah
Vice President, Corporate Affairs and Sustainability, Mars

YOUR 2025 PANEL OF JUDGES


A NOTE FROM THE EDITOR


"The 12th iteration of the PRWeek Global Awards will highlight the cream of the crop in communications strategy, campaigns, teams and individuals as the world comes to terms with the AI revolution, continued corporate and brand transformation, geopolitical strife and a global economy that is difficult to decipher. The gala ceremony in London on Thursday, May 15 will give everyone a chance to celebrate a profession that is more important than it has ever been."

Steve Barrett

VP, Editorial Director, PRWeek US

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WE ARE LOOKING FOR JUDGES TO JOIN THE PANEL


We invite you to nominate yourself or a colleague using the form below. 

The final judging panel will be comprised of an inclusive range of individuals to fully represent the industry. Nominations to get involved are welcome from across the sector, either for yourself or a colleague using the link below. The final judging panel will be comprised of an inclusive range of individuals to represent the industry. 

ABOUT THE PRWEEK GLOBAL AWARDS


These awards put your best work in the spotlight, elevating your brand as a global leader in public relations. It’s not just about recognition—it’s a powerful way to motivate your team and attract top talent.

Being shortlisted or winning can unlock new business opportunities, forge partnerships, and expand your network.

The best part? The prestige of an award delivers lasting marketing value, giving you a competitive edge that extends far beyond the ceremony. 

WHY IS ENTERING WORTH YOUR WHILE?

4 REASONS TO ENTER THE PR & COMMS ARENA AND CHALLENGE YOUR INDUSTRY COMPETITORS


GLOBAL RECOGNITION

These globally renowned awards offer a platform to showcase your achievements to a worldwide audience. Gain well-deserved recognition and let your work inspire professionals across diverse backgrounds and regions.

INDUSTRY PRESTIGE

Winning or even being a finalist in these awards bestows a mark of prestige upon your company. Use this opportunity to further elevate your reputation within the industry.


NETWORKING OPPORTUNITIES

Being a part of these awards connects you with influential professionals, judges, and peers in the industry. Forge new connections, gain insights into industry trends, and potentially open doors to new business.


FEEDBACK AND IMPROVEMENT

The process of preparing and submitting your entry provides an opportunity for reflection and improvement. The feedback you receive can be invaluable in refining your strategies, campaigns, and approaches for future work.