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Rwanda Launches its first UNESCO Global Geopark Nomination Process

15 June 2026

Rwanda has officially launched the nomination process for the Northern Rwanda UNESCO Global Geopark, marking a significant milestone in the country’s efforts to (…)Read more

WHAT CHALLENGES ARE STUDENTS FACING IN SCHOOLS?

15 June 2026

At the end of May and the beginning of June 2026, the Acting Head of the Education, Youth, and UNESCO Associated Schools Network (ASPnet) Department, Elie Cedric (…)Read more

One-Day Consultative Meeting on Rwanda’s Documentary Heritage

15 June 2026

A one-day consultative meeting on Rwanda’s documentary, audio, and visual heritage brought together representatives from various institutions, including the Catholic (…)Read more


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UNESCO-Madanjeet Singh Prize for the Promotion of Tolerance and Non-Violence

UNESCO-Madanjeet Singh Prize for the Promotion of Tolerance and Non- Violence is to honour significant activities in the scientific, artistic, cultural or communication field aimed at the promotion of a spirit of tolerance and non-violence.

  • Open to developing countries
  • US$ 100,000 grant
  • Deadline: 19 June 2026
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Call for nominations: 2026 UNESCO ICT in Education Prize

The UNESCO King Hamad Bin Isa Al-Khalifa Prize for the Use of ICT in Education recognizes innovative approaches in leveraging new technologies to expand educational and lifelong learning opportunities for all, in line with the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and its Goal 4 on education

  • Open to developing countries
  • US$ 100,000 grant
  • Deadline: 29 May 2026
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Call for applications and nominations UNESCO International Literacy Prizes

Literacy for people, the planet and prosperity
Every year, the UNESCO International Literacy Prizes reward excellence and innovation in the field of literacy around the world to promote effective and innovative practices and encourage dynamic literate societies. This year, the Prizes focuses on literacy for people, the planet and prosperity

  • Open to developing countries
  • US$ 100,000 grant
  • Deadline: 18 May 2026
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