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SPICY AWARDS 2026 — PARTICIPATION APPLICATION FORM

Join the Movement | Be Part of the Change | September 2026 – Nairobi, Kenya

 

SECTION 1: PERSONAL / ORGANIZATIONAL DETAILS

Full Name: ___________________________________________
Organization / Institution (if applicable): ___________________________________________
Role / Designation: ___________________________________________
Email Address: ___________________________________________
Phone (with country code): ___________________________________________
Website / Social Media Handles: ___________________________________________
Country / Region: ___________________________________________

 

SECTION 2: AREA OF PARTICIPATION

(Select one or more ways you’d like to contribute to the Spicy Awards movement.)

☐ Join the Jury
Provide your expertise in evaluating nominations and spotlighting changemakers.
(Ideal for ethical leaders, innovators, and professionals committed to fairness and inclusion.)

☐ Become a Volunteer
Support logistics, coordination, or digital engagement during the Awards and Summit.
(Open to students, young professionals, and community members passionate about social impact.)

☐ Join the Planning Team
Collaborate with the organizing committee to shape event experiences, outreach, and programming.

☐ Collaborate / Co-Host a Session
Propose a talk, panel, or creative workshop during the Spicy Circle Summit.
(Cross-sector and creative ideas encouraged.)

☐ Community Ambassador Program
Represent the Spicy Awards in your region. Inspire nominations, mobilize changemakers, and spread the S.P.I.C.E. spirit.

 

SECTION 3: MOTIVATION & EXPERIENCE

1. Why do you want to participate in the Spicy Awards 2026?
   (Tell us what inspires you to join and how you connect with our mission.)
2. Relevant Experience or Skills (for your selected area):
   (E.g., event organization, facilitation, evaluation, storytelling, design, coordination, etc.)
3. Areas of Interest or Expertise:
   ☐ Social Justice & Human Rights
   ☐ Arts, Media & Culture
   ☐ Environment & Climate Action
   ☐ Education & Youth Empowerment
   ☐ Entrepreneurship & Social Enterprise
   ☐ Science & Technology for Good
   ☐ Health, Equity & Wellbeing
   ☐ Other: ___________________________________________

 

SECTION 4: AVAILABILITY & COMMITMENT

Preferred Period of Involvement:
☐ Pre-Event (Planning & Coordination Phase)
☐ During Event (Summit / Exhibition / Gala)
☐ Post-Event (Follow-up, storytelling, or evaluation)

Time Commitment (approximate):
☐ Part-time / Occasional
☐ Full-time during event period
☐ Flexible / To be discussed

Are you available for online coordination sessions or briefings?
☐ Yes
☐ No

 

SECTION 5: ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

(For “Collaborate / Co-Host a Session” Applicants Only)
Proposed Session Title or Concept: ___________________________________________
Session Type: ☐ Panel ☐ Workshop ☐ Fireside Chat ☐ Talk ☐ Performance
Brief Description (max 150 words):

Preferred Co-Hosts / Partners (if any): ___________________________________________

 

SECTION 6: DECLARATION

By submitting this form, I confirm that:

• All information provided is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge.
• I understand that participation is voluntary and aligned with the mission and values of Spice Without Borders — promoting equity, creativity, innovation, and inclusion.
• I agree to adhere to the event’s code of ethics, inclusivity, and respect.

Signature / E-signature: __________________________
Full Name: __________________________
Date: __________________________

 

SECTION 7: SUBMISSION

Email completed form to: participate@spicyawards.com
Or apply online: www.spicyawards.com/participate

 

Need Help?

Contact the Participation Desk
participate@spicyawards.com |  +254 758 193 000