<p>Polaris Awards is a global competition celebrating exceptional work in political and public sector communication. The Awards seeks to highlight the best use of communication techniques and technologies in election campaigns, public affairs, and issue advocacy around the world.</p><h4>Key Dates</h4><ul class="list-outside list-disc ml-3"><li>Deadline for Entry Submissions: April 10th, 2026</li><li>Judging Period: April 24th – May 4th, 2026</li><li>Awards Ceremony: June 19th, 2026</li></ul>

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<div class='flex h-full flex-col items-center justify-center gap-2 px-2 py-8'> <h4 class='text-center text-white md:text-lg'>Eligibility Period</h4><p class='text-center text-white'>April 10th, 2025<br/>April 10th, 2026</p></div>

<div class='flex h-full flex-col items-center justify-center gap-2 px-2 py-8'> <h4 class='text-center text-white md:text-lg'>Early Bird Period</h4><p class='text-center text-white' >December 10th, 2025<br/>March 3rd, 2026</p></div>

<div class='flex h-full flex-col items-center justify-center gap-2 px-2 py-8'> <h4 class='text-center text-white md:text-lg'>Standard Entry Period</h4><p class='text-center text-white' >March 4th, 2026<br/>April 10th, 2026</p></div>

<div class='flex h-full flex-col items-center justify-center gap-2 px-2 py-8'> <h4 class='text-center text-white md:text-lg'>Awards Ceremony</h4><p class='text-center text-white' >June 19th, 2026<br/>London, UK</p></div>

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