What would become of our cities without trees? They cool our streets, shelter incredible biodiversity, improve air quality, make our cities more pleasant to live in, and build community ties. Yet, urban green spaces remain insufficient. That is why, this year, the theme of our Award is “Trees in the City.” For the first time in human history, more than half of the world’s population lives in cities. According to current projections, two-thirds of humanity could be living in urban areas by 2050.

Ensuring the presence of trees in our cities is crucial to making them sustainably livable and resilient for humans and more-than-humans alike.

Who can apply?

• Any woman of legal age or collective of women committed to nature conservation in connection with trees,
• Leading a concrete project carried out in any country in the world, 
• Through a nonprofit organisation (association, NGO, foundation, etc.) established for at least 1 year,
• Residing in any country, open to all nationalities

What the Award provides

• 2 winners selected worldwide
• A €10,000 grant per project
• Joining a community of committed women

Examples of eligible areas of action:
1. Immersive, hands-on urban educational projects related to trees, involving children, schools, and local residents.
2. Implementation of innovative agroforestry food systems (forest gardens, community orchards, etc.) in urban settings.
3. Preservation of notable, emblematic, or heritage trees in cities.
4. Urban greening initiatives supported by a clear ecological approach.
5. Creation of urban tree nurseries for native species or endangered trees.
6. Actions aimed at re-greening (reforesting) densely urbanised areas, brownfield sites, or built-up areas (e.g. streets, rooftops, public facilities such as schools or hospitals).
7. Actions aimed at creating, preserving, or maintaining green spaces requiring restoration: in urban and peri-urban environments (woodlands, parks, riverbanks, gardens).

Applications must be submitted by Monday, November 30, 2026 (midnight) via the Wiin platform.