The Sunlight Medal is an award given to individuals or organizations that have made significant contributions to promoting transparency and accountability in government. It recognizes efforts to improve public access to information and enhance civic engagement. The medal aims to inspire others to advocate for open governance. Established by the Sunlight Foundation, the award highlights the importance of sunlight in democracy, symbolizing the idea that transparency helps prevent corruption and fosters trust between citizens and their government. Recipients of the medal are celebrated for their innovative approaches to making information accessible to the public.