The World Chambers Competition started in 2003 and is an integral part of the World Chambers Congress. Organised by the ICC World Chambers Federation, it is the only global award that recognises the most innovative projects undertaken by chambers of commerce and industry.
In highlighting the success of local initiatives, the Competition serves to inspire the creation of pioneering and beneficial chamber solutions for business communities worldwide.
Competition submission deadline: 7 March 2025
World Chambers Competition categories
Best chamber innovation project
Recognising chambers that have worked with Chamber Model Innovation framework. The CMI enables Chambers to become resilient and forward looking by harnessing power of data and designing services that meet customers’ needs.
Best out of the box project
Recognising chambers that have implemented successful gender balance initiatives, showing positive outcomes for the sustainable development of chambers and/or their local communities.
Best green transition project
Recognising chambers that have led partnerships with public, private or other stakeholders that successfully advance multilateral objectives.
Best collaboration of chambers, business and government project
Recognising chambers that have developed unique and pioneering innovative projects in an activity not typically associated with their everyday mission and objectives, while increasing job creation and enhancing local economies.
Best diversity and inclusion project
Recognising chambers that have demonstrated outstanding commitment to fostering diversity and inclusion within their projects. These initiatives should champion equity, celebrate diversity, and promote inclusivity across various dimensions, including but not limited to gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, age, disability, and socioeconomic background and refugee or displaced people status.
Competition submission deadline: 7 March 2025
To be eligible for participation in the 2025 World Chambers Competition, the following requirements must be satisfied. Please check our Competition guidelines before submitting your project.