The Institute of World Politics (IWP), located in Washington, D.C., is pleased to announce the establishment of the inaugural IWP National Security Award. IWP will bestow this new award to individuals who have made outstanding contributions to the nation’s security while maintaining the highest standards of ethics in their public or private sector service.
The IWP National Security Award will annually honor two extraordinary leaders who exemplify dedication to the country’s national or economic security. The award will recognize one leader from the private sector and one from the government or military, each of whom has made significant contributions to America’s security.
Nomination Criteria
- An American citizen and patriot.
- An individual who has made significant/outstanding contribution(s) to our national and/or economic security.
- A current or former senior government leader OR a current or former senior business executive.
- An individual with a dedication to principled leadership and who embodies IWP’s core values.
The deadline to submit a nomination is May 16, 2025. With questions, please contact Michelle Watson at mwatson@iwp.edu.
Nominations for this award are closed for 2025.