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Education and knowledge
Educational initiatives, knowledge production, educational development or contributions to spreading learning.
INTERNATIONAL DIGITAL ACADEMY
Honorary Doctorate
An institutional honor awarded to individuals with exceptional contributions and tangible impact in serving society, knowledge and development, after reviewing the nomination file and verifying the merit criteria.
Merit-based nominationNot granted automatically just by submitting
an application
Institutional reviewAssessment of documents, impact and achievements
Transparent statusA non-academic honorary distinction
About the Honor
Recognizing impact… not a substitute for an academic degree
The Honorary Doctorate is an honorary distinction awarded in recognition of an outstanding career or a significant contribution in a professional, humanitarian, scientific or cultural field. Nomination files are reviewed before any decision is made.
Important notice: The Honorary Doctorate is not an earned academic qualification and does not entitle
its holder to practice a regulated profession, obtain equivalence for a university degree, or enroll in an academic program requiring a research doctorate.
Introductory video
Learn about the Honorary Doctorate
Watch the video to better understand the nature of this honor and its institutional value.
Merit Criteria
Who can be nominated?
We consider files that show clear, verifiable impact in one or more of the following fields:
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Humanitarian and community work
Sustainable projects that have made a tangible impact on society or beneficiary groups.
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Innovation and entrepreneurship
Solutions, organizations or initiatives with documented economic or social value.
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Culture, arts and media
Influential contributions to culture, the arts or responsible media and to serving human values.
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Leadership and public service
A career of honest leadership with impact on developing institutions or serving the public good.
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Research and development
Original professional, scientific or technical contributions, supported by verifiable work and results.
Nomination File
Required documents and information
The clearer and better documented the file, the more accurate its assessment.
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CV
An up-to-date professional and educational background with contact information.
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Nomination letter
A brief statement explaining the reasons for the nomination and the nature of the impact.
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Evidence of achievement
Links, reports, publications, awards or documents that prove the work.
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Proof of identity
A clear copy of a valid ID document when officially requested.
Review Process
How is the application reviewed?
Submit the nomination
Fill in the form and attach the essential information and documents.
Initial check
Verifying that the file is complete and meets the requirements.
Evaluation
Assessing achievements, impact and credibility according to the approved criteria.
Notifying the nominee
Sending the decision or a request for more information via the registered contact details.
Impact and Achievement
Honoring a career that makes a real difference
Priority is given to files documenting ongoing impact, measurable initiatives and contributions that go beyond personal success to serving society, advancing knowledge or building institutions.
The value, quality and continuity of the achievement are assessed, not fame alone, with attention to professional integrity and the validity of
the evidence provided.
Start your nomination
Submit your file for review
Please provide accurate, verifiable information. The Academy reserves the right to request additional documents or reject files that are incomplete or do not meet the merit criteria.
- Independent review of each application
- Confidential information in line with the Privacy Policy
- No guarantee of acceptance before a decision is issued
Honorary Doctorate Application Form
Please fill in the following information and submit your nomination file for review.
FAQ
Before you apply
Is the Honorary Doctorate a university degree?
No. It is an honorary recognition and is not equivalent to an academic doctorate based on study, research and a thesis defense.
Does submitting an application guarantee acceptance?
No. Every file is reviewed and assessed, and may be accepted, rejected or require additional documents.
Can the title “Doctor” be used professionally?
The honor should be clearly described as an “Honorary Doctorate” and must not be presented as an academic qualification or a license to practice a profession.
When will fees be discussed?
Only after the nomination is accepted: any administrative, issuance or shipping fees are explained before any commitment.
Do you think your career deserves recognition?
Submit a documented file presenting your achievements and the impact you have made, and it will be reviewed according to the published criteria.
Submit a nomination