About the Ryman Prize
The Ryman Prize was awarded for the world’s best discovery, development, advance or achievement that enhances quality of life for older people. Until 2023, the prize was awarded each year by an international jury appointed by The Ryman Prize Foundation.
The Ryman Prize is currently on hold. More information will be shared when a decision of the future format of the prize has been made.
Since it was launched in February 2015, the winner received NZ$250,000 and a commemorative medal. The winner was selected by an international jury appointed by the Ryman Foundation and awarded at ceremony in New Zealand.
The Ryman Prize was an entirely philanthropic initiative, independently judged, and apolitical.
The world’s rapidly ageing population means that in some parts of the globe – including most of the Western world - the population aged 75+ is set to triple in the next 30 years.
This large demographic change brings with it some chronic health issues including diabetes and Alzheimer’s disease.
The prize was to reward great work done, and also to stimulate fresh thought from the planet’s best minds into this area of need.
