It would be easier if the ability to award a badge were part of the hover-over aspect on a member's avatar, as "message" and "follow" are. Looks like there's enough space for one more to be placed there. Would save the steps of having to first click on their avatar, then go to Actions, then click on Give badge. More badges might be awarded if if were easier? Just a passing thought.
That's a good idea Giulia, I never think of the badges or the points either for that matter but I have tried giving badges back several months ago and I must have been doing something wrong because out of probably 20 tries I believe that I only succeeded twice in people getting them so I just forgot all about it but I like your idea and I hope it can be accomplished then I'll try again.