Oticon is accepting nominations through Aug. 5, 2026, for its annual awards program recognizing individuals with hearing loss and the professionals, caregivers, and educators who champion hearing health.
Oticon has opened nominations for the 2026 Focus on People Awards, the company’s national program honoring individuals who work to break barriers and reshape perceptions surrounding hearing loss.
Now in its 26th year, the program has recognized hundreds of individuals who demonstrate that hearing loss does not define one’s potential. This cycle, a panel of Oticon professional partners from across the US will select three winners, each of whom will receive a $2,500 prize, a $1,000 donation from Oticon to a not-for-profit of their choice, and a set of Oticon hearing aids with BrainHearing technology, where applicable.
“Through the Oticon Focus on People Awards, Oticon shines a spotlight on hearing loss — celebrating stories that inspire change, foster inclusion, and redefine common misconceptions,” says Lisbeth Meng Collignon, VP of marketing for Oticon, Inc., in a release. “Our Focus on People Award winners come from diverse backgrounds with different talents, passions, and challenges. Their unique stories provide a powerful platform to remind everyone of the importance of hearing health and the world of possibilities open to those who seek the support of dedicated hearing care professionals and the benefits of life-changing technology.”
Who Can Be Nominated
Nominations are open to anyone 6 years of age or older, with or without hearing loss, who has demonstrated exceptional dedication to improving the lives of people with hearing loss or creating positive change in the broader hearing loss community. Eligible contributions include personal achievement, advocacy, caregiving, education, and professional service.
Individuals may nominate themselves or someone they know. Nominations are open now at Oticon.com/FOP and close on Aug. 5, 2026. Winners will be announced in November.
The 2025 Focus on People Award winners were recognized earlier this year, continuing a tradition that has spanned more than two decades of honoring hearing champions across the country.
