IAGR International Regulatory Awards 2026 now open

Recognise the work that raises the bar

Behind every stronger regulatory framework or campaign is work that deserves to be seen.

Nominations are now open for the IAGR International Regulatory Awards 2026, recognising gambling regulators who are advancing effective oversight and public confidence across the gaming landscape.

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Award categories

Nominations are invited across three categories:

Regulatory excellence award
Leadership and measurable impact through regulatory initiatives and reform.
Regulatory innovation award
New approaches that strengthen oversight, compliance and player protection.
Best regulatory campaign award
Strategic communications that drive meaningful regulatory outcomes.

Key dates

Nominations close: 31 August 2026
Winners announced: during the IAGR Annual Conference in Lima, Peru (19-22 October 2026)

Nominations are open exclusively to gambling regulators.

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Last year’s award winners

In 2025, the awards recognised the outstanding work of:

Regulatory excellence award: NSW Independent Casino Commission (Australia)
For the three-year, milestone-driven remediation of Crown Sydney following the Bergin Inquiry which included the elimination of high-roller junkets, prevention of money laundering and the introduction of more scrutinised gambling harm minimisation measures.
Regulatory innovation award: Lagos State Lotteries and Gaming Authority (Nigeria)
For SAFEPLAY, a regulator-led self-exclusion platform designed to support consistent implementation across multiple operators.
Best regulatory campaign award: Danish Gambling Authority (Denmark)
For an education-focused programme supporting safer gambling awareness among young people.

Learn from last year’s winners (members only webinar series)

To support nominations and share practical lessons, IAGR is launching a webinar series featuring award-winning initiatives.

First webinar: regulatory excellence in practice

Thursday 26 March 2026, 2pm Sydney, Australia (AEDT)

Regulatory excellence award winner: NSW Independent Casino Commission (Australia)

Hear from Chief Commissioner Philip Crawford and Director Alex Kennedy on the NICC’s three-year, milestone-driven remediation of Crown Sydney following the Bergin Inquiry, which included the elimination of high-roller junkets, prevention of money laundering and the introduction of more scrutinised gambling harm minimisation measures.

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