The Étoile Civique (Civic Star) was created by the Académie Française in order to reward dedication to people and honor behavior and actions which attest this.

It awards bravery and dedication to people[3] and honor behavior and actions which attest this.

[4] Distinguishing those who contribute to the enrichment of the community, improvement of social life, progress of Humanity, it is particularly interested in those whose lives are all of hard work, selflessness, sacrifice and will remain confined in anonymity without this award.

[5] The Étoile Civique has three main goals:[6] This distinction has four levels : bronze, silver, gold and silver-gilt.

[citation needed] The medal contains the following: « Honorer les vertus civiques – Servir le prestige national » (To honor the civic virtues – Serving national prestige).