Global Teacher Prize

The Global Teacher Prize is an annual US$1 million award presented to an exceptional teacher who has made an outstanding contribution to the profession. It is awarded at the World Governments Summit in Dubai. The prize aims to raise the status of the teaching profession and highlight the transformative impact teachers can have on students and communities. The prize is newsworthy because Rouble Nagi, an Indian teacher and activist, won the 2026 Global Teacher Prize for her work transforming slum education in India. Nagi is known for creating hundreds of learning centers and painting educational murals on the walls of slums through her Rouble Nagi Art Foundation. Her work has significantly improved access to education and created engaging learning environments for children in underserved communities. The Global Teacher Prize remains relevant as it continues to spotlight innovative approaches to education and the critical role teachers play in shaping future generations.