World Education Medals

Celebrating visionaries sparking change through AI

The World Education Medals, founded by HP, recognise the innovative work of those using Artificial Intelligence (AI) to transform education and close learning gaps. They celebrate the stories of Leaders, Educators and Students who – by innovating with policy, technology or pedagogy – have lit the spark of change to inspire others to take up the torch. These prestigious awards are given to outstanding individuals who have demonstrated impact, leadership, and advocacy in using AI for social good.

Meet the World Education Medal Medallists:

These medallists are leading the charge in turning ethical AI into meaningful educational impact. Each has demonstrated a responsible initiative already in practice, shaping a more equitable and forward-thinking future for learning.

Meet the World Education Medal Medallists:

Leveraging AI to bring change in education:

We recognise individuals who are using AI to advance education with purpose, creativity, and impact. From shaping systems to sparking new ways of learning, these changemakers are harnessing technology to build better futures.

This year, we’re celebrating three categories of excellence:

The World Education Medal
for Leaders

The World Education Medal
for Educators

The World Education Medal
for Students

Thank you to everyone who applied for the 2025 World Education Medals. 

Each application will be reviewed across four key dimensions:

Vision & Influence

Clear purpose and ability to inspire

Use of AI

Effective, ethical, and purposeful

Community Contribution

Creating wider positive change

Commitment to Continuity

Sustainable and evolving efforts

About the Medals:

The Medals began in 2022 with the Africa Education Medal, which grew to become Africa’s most prestigious education accolade and saw last year’s winner honoured as one of TIME’s 100 Most Influential People of 2025. In 2024, they expanded to include the Latin America Education Medal and the Asia Education Medal, honouring changemakers where change is most needed. This year, the World Education Medals have gone global. In recognition of the game-changing impact of AI on education, they now champion Leaders, Educators and Students everywhere who are harnessing AI to transform teaching and learning.