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Honoring excellence and achievement in youth leadership

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Honoring Excellence

About Global Outstanding Youths Award

Global Outstanding Youths Award (GOYA) is a leading global platform for the recognition of youths with outstanding achievements in different areas of human endeavors.

We identify and honor youths who have performed outstandingly in their careers across different parts of the world. We also recognize youth supporters and mentors whose lives inspire and motivate the youths towards positive actions.

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Franklin Ozor

Convener & MC

The Visionary

Driving Innovation Through Youth Excellence.

"Innovations drive the world and innovation itself is driven by productive people, particularly those within the age range of productive thinking and action - the youths!"

The world places high hopes on the youths to drive it towards its future destination. The future belongs to the youths because the youths are the future.

We have created the GLOBAL OUTSTANDING YOUTHS AWARD (GOYA) to identify youths who have performed outstandingly in their careers across different parts of the world and honour them. We also seek to identify older people who have committed their time, talents, and resources to mentoring and inspiring young people.

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Our Purpose

Our Mission & Vision

Our Vision

To be a Globally recognized Awards Brand creating impacts and opportunities for young people across the globe.

Our Mission

  • To inspire positive actions among the Youths
  • To encourage discovery, development and deployment of talents
  • To encourage mentorship support for the young people
  • To foster peace, unity and bilateral friendships
What We Do

Our Services

Recognition & Awards

Spotlighting and recognizing exceptional young people who have distinguished themselves in their chosen careers and enterprises.

Publications & Promotion

Sharing inspiring stories and achievements of youth through various media platforms and publications.

Youth Enterprise Advocacy

Supporting and promoting youth-led businesses and entrepreneurial initiatives.

Youth Empowerment

Providing resources, training, and opportunities for young people to develop their skills and talents.

Events

Organizing award ceremonies, workshops, and networking events for youth development.

Youth Outreach

Engaging directly with young people through outreach programs and community initiatives.

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Recognize Excellence

Help us identify and celebrate exceptional young people who are making significant impacts in their communities and fields of endeavor.

We're looking for youths who have distinguished themselves through innovation, leadership, creativity, and positive contributions to society.

Nominations are open for our prestigious awards ceremony. Join us in recognizing the next generation of global leaders and change-makers.

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Celebrating Excellence

Recent Winners

Sarah Johnson

Tech Innovation Award 2024

"GOYA provided the platform that amplified my work in sustainable technology solutions."

United States

Ahmed Hassan

Community Impact Award 2024

"This recognition has opened doors for our youth education initiatives across Africa."

Egypt

Maria Rodriguez

Young Entrepreneur Award 2024

"The mentorship and network from GOYA transformed my startup journey completely."

Brazil
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Latest Updates

News & Updates

Announcement

2026 Awards Ceremony Date Announced

Mark your calendars for the most prestigious youth awards ceremony of the year...

Jan 29, 2026 3 min read
Success Story

From Nominee to Global Leader

Discover how past GOYA award winners are making significant impacts in their industries...

Oct 15, 2024 5 min read
Partnership

New Global Partnerships Formed

GOYA announces strategic partnerships with leading international youth organizations...

Sep 28, 2024 4 min read
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What People Say

Testimonials

"GOYA transformed my career trajectory. The recognition opened doors to international opportunities I never thought possible."

Dr. Sarah Johnson

Youth Development Expert, UN Youth Council

"The mentorship program connected me with industry leaders who guided my entrepreneurial journey. GOYA is truly life-changing."

Michael Chen

Award Winner 2024, Tech Innovators Inc.

"As a mentor, I've witnessed firsthand how GOYA empowers young leaders to reach their full potential and create meaningful change."

Amina Mohammed

Education Advocate, Girls Education Initiative.

"The global network I gained through GOYA has been instrumental in scaling my social enterprise across three continents."

David Rodriguez

Social Entrepreneur, Global Change Foundation

"GOYA's commitment to recognizing youth excellence sets a new standard for global awards programs. Truly inspiring!"

Professor James Wilson

Academic Director, International Youth Studies

"From nomination to award ceremony, the entire GOYA experience was professional, empowering, and transformative."

Lisa Wang

Young Scientist Award Winner 2024

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Our Headquarters

Plot 1113 Katampe District By Amor Hotel,
Zone B07, Katampe, Abuja, Nigeria

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+234(0)8066263466

+234(0)8160077767

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info@globaloutstandingyouthsaward.org

mcfranklin@globaloutstandingyouthsaward.org

globaloutstandingyouthsaward@gmail.com

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