Applications for the 2024 Access City Award competition will open in July. This award recognises cities which have undertaken outstanding work to become more accessible for persons with disabilities.

The 2024 Access City Award is organised by the European Commission in partnership with the European Disability Forum.

This edition will have a special mention for cities whose work on accessibility is aligned with the values of the New European Bauhaus: sustainability, aesthetics, and inclusiveness. 

Awards

The winner and runners-up will receive a monetary prize:

• 1^st place: EUR 150 000
• 2^nd place: EUR 120 000
• 3^rd place: EUR 80 000

The winners will be announced at an award ceremony during the European Day of Persons with Disabilities conference on 30 November and 1 December 2023.

Up to five special mentions will also be awarded.

How can my city apply?

Cities across the EU with over 50 000 inhabitants are eligible to apply. If a country has fewer than two cities with 50 000 inhabitants, two or more smaller towns with a combined population of 50 000 can apply.

A guidance note for applicants and the participation rules will be available in all official EU languages on the Access City Award website.

 You can find examples of best practice by the 2023 winner and finalists in the Access City Award 2023 brochure.