Deadline: the 12th of July, 2023 | 2023 UNESCO International Literacy Prizes (Total Prize: $150,000)
The UNESCO International Literacy Prizes 2023 are now accepting applications. The UNESCO International Literacy Prizes have honored innovation and distinction in the literacy sector since 1967. Governments, non-governmental organizations, and people from all around the world have been acknowledged for 506 projects and programs. Through these renowned Awards, UNESCO hopes to promote vibrant literate societies and support effective literacy practices.
| Title: | 2023 UNESCO International Literacy Prizes (Total Prize: $150,000) |
| Nationality: | All Nationalities |
| Amount: | $150,000 |
| Deadline: | 12th of July, 2023 |
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Currently, UNESCO offers two international literacy awards:
The UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize (3 awards) was established in 1989 with assistance from the government of the Republic of Korea and specifically emphasizes the growth of literacy based on mother tongues.
The People’s Republic of China helped establish the UNESCO Confucius Prize for Literacy in 2005. It gives special regard to functional literacy, leveraging technology surroundings, in support of adults in rural regions and out-of-school kids.
Theme
Six awards, like in previous years, will be given to people or groups for their exceptional initiatives to advance literacy education. The programs are asked to reflect on the theme “Promoting literacy for a world in transition: Building the foundation for peaceful and sustainable societies” for this year.
The focus of the theme is on the critical role that literacy plays in enabling people and communities to adapt and build peaceful, sustainable societies, particularly in times of change and social, economic, and environmental issues.
Awards
- Each laureate of the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize receives a medal, a certificate, and US$20,000.
- Each recipient of the UNESCO Confucius Prize for Literacy receives a medal, a certificate, and US$30,000.
Eligibility
Open to all governmental entities, non-governmental organizations, and people who support and improve literacy learning through initiatives and programs.
The National Commission for UNESCO in the program’s country or an NGO in official collaboration with UNESCO, which is urged to nominate the nominated people, institutions, and organizations to UNESCO, are the nominating entities to which applications should be made.
Application
- 28 June 2023 (midnight, Paris time) is the deadline for applicants to submit their applications to the nominating entities.
- 12 July 2023 at midnight (Paris time), is the deadline for nominating entities to submit their submissions to UNESCO.
- Through the online application system, candidates can submit their applications.
Visit the UNESCO International Literacy Prizes for more information.
