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The Global Teacher Prize serves to underline the importance of educators and the fact that, throughout the world, their efforts deserve to be recognised and celebrated. It seeks to acknowledge the impact of the very best teachers – not only on their students but on the communities around them.
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Global Teacher Prize 2025
Meet our Top 50 Finalists!
Our Finalists span every corner of the globe, creating transformative impact in diverse environments. From teaching in remote towns and villages to driving innovation in inner-city schools, they champion inclusivity, advocate for child rights, and inspire meaningful change. By integrating technology and creativity into learning, they nurture students' talents and confidence, empowering them to thrive. These remarkable educators are true champions of progress, inspiring not only their students but also the communities around them. Join us in celebrating their extraordinary achievements!
2024 Global Student Prize Winner
Ángela Elena Olazarán Laureano
Ángela Elena Olazarán Laureano, a 17-year-old Mexican student who developed an AI-powered virtual medical assistant and advocates for girls to pursue STEM careers, has been named the winner of the Chegg.org Global Student Prize 2024. The US$100,000 sister award to the Global Teacher Prize is given to one exceptional student who has made a real impact on learning, the lives of their peers, and on society beyond. She was selected from over 11,000 nominations and applications from 176 countries around the world.
Ángela accepted the award in New York during UN General Assembly week.
Global Student Prize 2024
Meet our Top 10 and Top 50 Finalists!
Our Finalists this year have significantly influenced their communities and beyond, spanning from environmental stewardship to social justice, healthcare, education, youth empowerment, and poverty alleviation. Selected from across the globe, these remarkable students are true champions of positive change. Explore their incredible achievements and initiatives and join us in celebrating their successes!
2023 Global Teacher Prize Winner
Sister Zeph
Pakistani teacher Sister Zeph, who founded her own school for underprivileged children in the courtyard of her home at just 13, has been named the winner of the Varkey Foundation Global Teacher Prize 2023, organised in collaboration with UNESCO and in strategic partnership with Dubai Cares, a UAE-based global philanthropic organisation.
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