<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 17th, 2026</li><li>Judging Period: April 22nd – 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 md:text-lg' style='color:#302e2f;'>Eligibility Period</h4><p class='text-center' style='color:#302e2f;'>April 10th, 2025<br/>April 17th, 2026</p></div>

<div class='flex h-full flex-col items-center justify-center gap-2 px-2 py-8'> <h4 class='text-center md:text-lg' style='color:#302e2f;'>Early Bird Period</h4><p class='text-center' style='color:#302e2f;'>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 md:text-lg' style='color:#302e2f;'>Standard Entry Period</h4><p class='text-center' style='color:#302e2f;'>March 4th, 2026<br/>April 17th, 2026</p></div>

<div class='flex h-full flex-col items-center justify-center gap-2 px-2 py-8'> <h4 class='text-center md:text-lg' style='color:#302e2f;'>Awards Ceremony</h4><p class='text-center' style='color:#302e2f;'>June 19th, 2026<br/>London, UK</p></div>

Polaris Awards Ceremony