Innovation for Transformation Awards

The Catalyst Group is delighted to announce the call for nominations for the Innovation for Transformation Awards! These awards shine a spotlight on the incredible individuals and organisations transforming the lives of vulnerable communities across India. We are looking for trailblazers who are driving change with innovative ideas, collaborative efforts, and a community-first mindset. These nominations would be strictly within the purview of the three themes for CSI 2024- namely, Innovative Financing, Implementation- Fidelity & Quality, and Grounded Climate Response.

Criteria and Eligibility

We are seeking nominees who are:

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Collaborative in nature

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Community-focused

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Tech-enabled

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Embodying innovation

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Demonstrating Impact

Nominations

This is your chance to help us recognise and celebrate the heroes of social impact!

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Nominate organisations and models for consideration

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Nominations carefully reviewed by a panel of experts

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Finalists undergo interviews

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Exceptional awardees’ work showcased through inspiring case stories

Award Categories

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Award for Social Impact Organisation

Criteria

  • Dedication to Community Solutions

    • Collaborative organisations solving complex social issues with community-driven approaches

  • Demonstrated Contribution and Impact

    • Community-focused initiatives with impactful, research-backed frameworks and practical approaches

  • Commitment and Leadership

    • Sectoral leadership for sustained community service and policy influence

  • Geographical Focus

    • Indian organisations addressing local challenges with innovative and tailored strategies

  • Documentation and Learning

    • Well-documented case studies and evaluations showcasing impactful work in community

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Award for Social Impact Idea

Criteria

  • Innovative Idea or Model

    • Collaborative, community focused and innovative ideas addressing complex human problems

  • Potential for Scalability and Impact

    • Tech-enabled models with potential for scalability and demonstrated impact

  • Human-Centred Approach

    • Community-focused, human-centered solutions with innovative strategies

  • Insightful Learning and Solutions

    • Valuable insights and future application to addressing complex problems

  • community Focus and Commitment

    • Collaborative dedication and tailored solutions to addressing community needs through community leadership

  • Research Criteria

    • Peer-reviewed research with community-relevant and impactful findings