Boys Champions Won Equity and Inclusion Award
The nonprofit organization received a $10,000 prize for its work fostering healthy masculinity in young boys.
Updated on Oct. 14, 2026 in Women’s Issues
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The Nigeria-based organization Boys Champions has been honored with the 2026 Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Award. The accolade, presented by the Public Interest Registry, includes a $10,000 cash prize to support the groups mission.
Why it matters
Boys Champions aims to reduce gender-based violence by teaching boys to embrace equality and non-violence. The organization operates on the belief that men must actively lead the effort to change societal norms and respect women.
The 2026 competition included submissions from more than 4,200 organizations across 145 countries. The winning organization secured a $10,000 cash prize.
The players
Boys Champions
This Nigeria-based NGO works to teach young boys how to embrace non-violence and equality.
Public Interest Registry
This organization manages the domain name system and hosts the annual Org Impact Awards.
The details
Founded in 2018, the organization focuses on helping young boys express masculinity in healthier, more equitable ways. This approach seeks to curb gender-based violence by fostering a generation of men who advocate for equality.
Timeline
Boys Champions was founded in 2018.
The organization won the Org Impact Award in 2026.
Culture Shift
The recognition of Boys Champions by the Public Interest Registry Org Impact Awards marks a growing global emphasis on community-led social reform. This trend highlights a shift toward prioritizing grassroots initiatives that address the roots of systemic inequality and gender-based violence.
The award provides the organization with $10,000 in funding, which will be directed toward expanding outreach programs throughout Nigeria. This investment aims to increase the number of young boys participating in curricula that promote equality and non-violent conflict resolution.
The takeaway
This award underscores the growing importance of engaging boys early in the conversation surrounding gender equality. Implementing educational programs that challenge toxic masculinity can be a proactive step toward building safer communities.
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Source note: This article includes information reported by The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
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