The STARS Impact Awards support local organisations across Africa, the Middle East and Asia-Pacific that are committed to achieving excellence in the provision of services to disadvantaged children, and encourage the replication of effective approaches and practices. This year, in addition to the usual categories of Health, Education and Protection, a new category was announced: WASH (Water, Sanitation and Hygiene).

The Launch Announcement available for download contains all the required information to local NGOs interested in applying.

Deadline: 1pm GMT Monday 12 November 2011.

For eligibility criteria and further information, please access: www.starsfoundation.org.uk/apply/