The Amadeu Antonio Prize is organized and awarded by the Amadeu Antonio Foundation and the City of Eberswalde.
In 2025, it was conceptually redesigned:

It now honors artists, individuals, and initiatives based in Eastern Germany who engage with racism through artistic or sociocultural means – particularly at the intersection of political and cultural education. The focus is on anti-racist engagement outside of major urban centers.

Who can apply for the Amadeu Antonio Prize?

• The prize is open to artists, individuals, and initiatives based in Eastern Germany who engage with racism through artistic or sociocultural means – particularly at the intersection of political and cultural education. The focus is on anti-racist engagement outside of major urban centers.
• Individuals and groups can apply with one of their projects or works.
• Submitted works and projects should be no older than 2 years and must be completed at the time of application.
• Applications in German or English are welcome.

Fictional examples of artistic work/sociocultural engagement:

• A theater project in which young people affected by racism creatively address and present their life realities on stage.
• An intercultural choir that also educates about structural racism during its performances.
• A party series founded and self-organized by migrants, specifically combating the exclusion of racialized people from public spaces.

How do I apply for the Amadeu Antonio Prize?

• The call for applications will be issued in early September 2025. The online application form for the call will be made available on this page.
• Individuals and initiatives can apply themselves or nominate others.
• Applications via email or post cannot be considered.
• A jury will decide on the winners.
• The award ceremony will take place on November 18, 2025, at the Amadeu Antonio Civic Education Center in Eberswalde, with the mayor of the City of Eberswalde.

Not sure if your project fits the Amadeu Antonio Prize?

• No problem – just apply! We have intentionally made the application process low-threshold. Our jury will review whether the criteria are met.
  We're looking forward to your submission!

The Jury

• The jury consists of representatives from the City of Eberswalde, the Amadeu Antonio Foundation, as well as public figures and civil society members. The composition of the jury will be announced in September 2025.

The Criteria

Engagement with Racism

• The project or initiative explicitly, critically, and thoughtfully addresses racism.
• The work highlights structural, institutional, or societal forms of racism, particularly in the context of Eastern Germany.
• The initiative ensures that there are no barriers to diverse and participatory work regarding racism, antisemitism, and other forms of group-based discrimination.
• There must be a clear, democracy-promoting commitment visible in the project.

Cultural or Political Education

• The contributions of the initiatives or individuals strengthen political or cultural education regarding racism. They provide knowledge, empower people affected by racism, and stimulate reflection on discrimination and societal power structures.

Focus on Eastern Germany

• The project specifically addresses the realities, challenges, and perspectives of Eastern Germany.
• The applicant's place of residence or the focus of their work must be in Eastern Germany.