Why we exist
The Hope Prize was born from a belief that storytelling is a force.
A force for empathy, action and real change.
In a world where despair can feel unavoidable, we wanted to create a space for something else: hope.
Calling for submissions from writers across the globe, The Hope Prize is a platform for stories of resilience, courage, and hope. We publish emerging and established voices, and partner with charities whose work changes lives.
Our commitment
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A legitimate platform
Since its inception, The Hope Prize has provided a legitimate platform for emerging writers through publication and profile building.
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Diverse voices
In our first global year, writers from over 43 countries shared their stories with us. We’re committed to centring diverse voices.
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Hope in action
Royalties from our anthologies are donated to our partner charities. Putting hope into action and creating real and lasting change.
From Local Prize to Global Platform
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2016
The Hope Prize launches in Australia with judges Cate Blanchett and Kate Grenville and partners Simon & Schuster and Readings.
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2023
Reimagined as an international prize, with new judges Julia Gillard and Tony Birch.
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2024
First global anthology released: Tomorrow There Will Be Sun. All royalties go to 2024 charity partner, Beyond Blue.
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2025
Partnership with CAMFED begins; supporting girls' education in rural Africa