A new chapter in international recognition is about to unfold as Entrepreneurs’ Diaries Magazine announces the Global Impact Awards (GIA) 2026, organised in partnership with the Unified Nations Council (UN Council). The awards will be held in Bali on 25 February 2026, marking the finale of LEADCon 2026 – The Global Leadership Conference.
The Global Impact Awards will celebrate leaders, entrepreneurs, educators, and changemakers whose work has created genuine social and economic progress around the world. The ceremony will bring together distinguished personalities from business, governance, academia, and civil society for an evening dedicated to purposeful leadership and collaboration.
A Global Stage for Real Impact
Over the past few years, Entrepreneurs’ Diaries has profiled hundreds of innovators and visionaries redefining what leadership means in the modern era. The Global Impact Awards extend that philosophy into a live, international platform one that gives credit to those who lead with authenticity, resilience, and compassion.
“We meet extraordinary individuals every day whose ideas are transforming communities,” said Nina Alvarez, Editor-in-Chief of Entrepreneurs’ Diaries Magazine.
“These awards are our way of bringing those stories to the world stage and showing what leadership looks like when impact becomes the goal.”
In Partnership with the Unified Nations Council
The collaboration with the Unified Nations Council, a non-profit body working for youth leadership and international cooperation, adds depth and purpose to this year’s event.
GIA 2026 will coincide with LEADCon 2026, the UN Council’s flagship global summit running from 23–25 February, themed “Resilient Leadership in Times of Crisis.”
Delegates from more than sixty countries are expected to attend the joint gathering. The three-day program will include interactive sessions, policy dialogues, innovation showcases, and cultural exchanges culminating in the awards night that will spotlight leaders shaping a more sustainable and inclusive future.
Ten Categories of Distinction
The Global Impact Awards will recognise excellence across ten key areas:
- Leadership and Governance Excellence
- Innovation and Entrepreneurship
- Women Impact Leadership
- Sustainability and Social Responsibility
- Media, Marketing and Communication
- Technology and Digital Transformation
- Education and Thought Leadership
- Youth and Future Leadership
- Cultural and Humanitarian Impact
- Global Legacy Honors
Each category is curated to reflect the evolving meaning of influence in today’s interconnected world influence measured not by scale, but by substance.
The Awards Night
The awards gala will be held at Bali’s premier convention venue, hosting dignitaries, media representatives, and international delegates.
Guests will experience an evening of recognition, cultural performances, and networking over a curated dinner, closing LEADCon Week on a note of unity and celebration.
According to the organizing team, the event will feature a global jury panel representing business, academia, and social innovation. Awardees will also be profiled in the special “Global Impact Edition” of Entrepreneurs’ Diaries Magazine.
Shared Commitment to Purposeful Leadership
Speaking about the partnership, a spokesperson from the Unified Nations Council said the collaboration “brings together the heart of entrepreneurship and the spirit of global cooperation.”
“The people being recognized are not just leaders in their fields they are connectors, educators, and catalysts for a better world,” the spokesperson added.
Event at a Glance
Event: Global Impact Awards 2026
Dates: 23–25 February 2026 (Awards Night – 25 February)
Venue: Bali, Indonesia
Organized by: Entrepreneurs’ Diaries Magazine
In Partnership with: Unified Nations Council
Part of: LEADCon 2026 – Global Leadership Conference
Theme: Resilient Leadership in Times of Crisis
About the Hosts
Entrepreneurs’ Diaries is an international business and leadership magazine known for featuring authentic voices in entrepreneurship, innovation, and creative leadership.
The Unified Nations Council is a global non-profit initiative dedicated to fostering youth empowerment, sustainable leadership, and cross-cultural collaboration through education and diplomacy.
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