Mato Grosso do Sul launches R$ 20,000 award for disability rights NGOs

The state of Mato Grosso do Sul is launching a R$ 20,000 award program to recognize non-governmental organizations (NGOs) that defend the rights of people with disabilities. According to the state's Official Gazette, the prizes will be distributed as R$ 10,000 for first place, R$ 7,000 for second, and R$ 3,000 for third.

To participate, entities must be non-profit organizations based in Mato Grosso do Sul with at least two years of formal experience in promoting the rights of people with disabilities. The selection process will be managed by the Superintendency of Human Rights Policy through a special commission of state employees.

Certain restrictions apply: organizations convicted of crimes against public administration or those involved in money laundering are ineligible. Additionally, entities whose leaders are formally participating as candidates, part of a slate, or campaign coordinators in the 2026 elections are prohibited from applying.