Award Presentation and Fireside Chat
Monday, March 16, 2026
Georgia Tech will host an award presentation followed by a fireside chat.
The entire campus community is invited to attend.
Additional Events
The celebration extends beyond the awards ceremony, offering multiple ways to engage with the themes of the Ivan Allen Jr. Prize leading up to the main event.
Food Policy Symposium
March 5
Join our virtual discussion on food policy as it intersects with ideas proposed in José Andrés' book, Change the Recipe.
Volunteer with Open Hand
March 5 and 6
Volunteer with Open Hand to package meals and receive priority seating at the awards presentation event.
Volunteer with Klemis Kitchen
March 10 and 11
Volunteer with Klemis Kitchen to prepare meals and receive priority seating at the awards program event.
View our Events Details page for more information and to participate in any of our supplemental events.
About The Prize
Mayor Allen’s courageous leadership and advocacy for civil rights during the 1960s stand as a model for the people of Atlanta, Georgia, the nation, and the world. Further, his example provides our students with a foundation for decision-making based upon the kind of moral and ethical principles that led Mayor Allen to risk everything in order to defend what was right. We want our graduates to be identified not only as preeminent in their fields, but also as leaders guided by values and compassion.
The Ivan Allen Jr. Prize for Social Courage shines a light on those around the world who bravely act to improve the human condition, often in the face of seemingly insurmountable challenges. Georgia Tech invites you to attend our events surrounding the award celebration and suggest nominees for the prize by following the guidelines provided on this website.