Why we exist
The Hope Prize was born from a belief that storytelling is a force.
A force for empathy and action.
In a world where despair can feel unavoidable, we wanted to create a space for the only thing that will help change it: 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.
Image provided by our 2025 charity partner, CAMFED.
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 more than 43 countries shared their stories of hope, courage, and resilience. We’re committed to centring diverse voices and creating space for stories that challenge, uplift, and connect us.
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Hope in action
Each year, we partner with a new charity, with all anthology royalties donated to support their work. Giving real, active meaning to the transformative power of storytelling.
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