<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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<p>We are thrilled to announce that the submissions for the <b data-path-to-node="4" data-index-in-node="57">Polaris Awards 2026</b> are now officially open!</p>
<p>The 2026 edition continues our long-standing tradition of honouring campaigns that push boundaries and redefine engagement.</p>
<p>Submissions are invited across our two flagship categories:&nbsp;<b data-path-to-node="2,0" data-index-in-node="61">Election Campaigns</b> and <b data-path-to-node="2,0" data-index-in-node="84">Public Sector Campaigns. </b>These categories are further divided into specialized sections and sub-categories, including&nbsp;<b data-path-to-node="5" data-index-in-node="219">Channels, Tactics, Themes,</b> and <b data-path-to-node="5" data-index-in-node="250">Overall Campaigns</b>. Whether it is a game-changing public sector initiative or a strategy that turned the tide of an election, your work deserves the spotlight.</p>
<p>Secure your advantage by the Early Bird deadline on&nbsp;<b data-path-to-node="2,0" data-index-in-node="161">March 3rd</b>.</p>
<p><strong>Early Bird Deadline: </strong>3 March 2026&nbsp;<br><strong>Awards Ceremony:</strong> 19 June 2026 | London, UK&nbsp;</p>
<p>Share your success with our panel of experts and see how your strategies measure up against the latest industry standards.</p>
<p><strong>👉Begin your entry today</strong> to showcase your work recognized within the global landscape of political and public communication.</p>
<p>We look forward to sharing more updates as the ceremony approaches!</p>

The Polaris Awards 2026 entries are open! Set the global standard in political communication. 

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