The Boston Congress of Public Health’s 40 Under 40 BCPH Public Health Catalyst Awards recognize BCPH members under age 40 who inspire and catalyze us toward a more just and equitable world. 
In 2026, we’re honoring emerging and established thought leaders tackling public health challenges through the lenses of social justice and equity—worldwide 
To do this, we’re curating cohorts of honorees from distinct global regions: the African Continent, North America, Europe, Asia/AustralAsia, and Central/South America.
How to participate:
This year’s application requires completion of two (2) stages:
Stage 1:
Applicants will present a five-minute pitch in which they’ll a) explain why they should be named one of the 40 Under 40 in their region, and b) answer follow-up questions.
To sign up for your region’s pitch session, see the dates and links below, as follows:
March 28, 2026, 1:00 PM EST
Geographic Region: North American Countries
Zoom URL Registration: https://tinyurl.com/40NA2026
April 4, 2026, 1:00/13:00 PM EST
Geographic Region: African Countries
Zoom URL Registration: https://tinyurl.com/40AFRICA2026
April 25, 2026
Geographic Region: Europe
Zoom URL Registration: https://tinyurl.com/40Under40-Europe
June 13, 2026
Geographic Region: Asia & AustralAsia
Zoom URL – Asia/AustralAsia Pitch:
https://tinyurl.com/40Under40-Asia-AustralAsia
July 11, 2026
Geographic Region: Central & South America
Zoom URL – Central/South American Pitch:
https://tinyurl.com/40Under40-Central-SouthAmerica
Note: You must attend your region’s pitch date. (You cannot opt to attend a different region’s pitch date.)
Stage 2:
Applicants who satisfactorily complete Stage 1 will be invited to submit an application.