The Boston Congress of Public Health’s 40 Under 40 BCPH Public Health Catalyst Awards recognizes BCPH members under the age of 40 worldwide and across disciplines who inspire and catalyze us all to a more just and equitable world.
In 2026, we are seeking to honor emerging and established thought leaders addressing public health issues through the lenses of social justice and equity worldwide. To this end, we are curating cohorts of 40 Under 40 honorees from distinct regions throughout the year.
In addition to an online application, applicants from each region will participate in a pitch competition. The competitions will be held on Zoom, as follows:
Below are the deadlines for each global region:
- March 7, 2026: African Continent
- March 14, 2026: North America (Canada, U.S., & Mexico)
- March 21, 2026: Europe
- June 13, 2026: Asia and AustralAsia
- July 11, 2026: Central and South America