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This informs the public about the UNESCO International Literacy Prizes 2023 for Innovation in Literacy. Details about the Program are given below.

UNESCO International Literacy Prizes 2023

About UNESCO International Literacy Prizes 2023

UNESCO has opened its call for applications for the 2023 edition of the UNESCO International Literacy Prizes. It encourages all experts in literacy education to submit their applications and urges nominating organizations to recommend candidates from various parts of the globe.

As in the previous editions, six awards will be granted to individuals or organizations for their outstanding projects that promote literacy learning. For this year, the programmes are requested to reflect around the theme “Promoting literacy for a world in transition: Building the foundation for peaceful and sustainable societies”.

Program Details

The theme emphasizes how literacy plays a crucial role in empowering individuals and communities to adapt and establish peaceful and sustainable societies, especially during times of change and social, economic, and environmental challenges.

The UNESCO International Literacy Prizes have been acknowledging excellence and innovation in the field of literacy for more than 50 years. To date, over 512 projects and programmes across the globe have been recognized and supported for their exceptional contributions in this area.

About the Prizes

Approximately 763 million young people and adults, two-third of them being women, lack basic literacy skills worldwide. 267 million young people are not in employment, education or training. The pandemic further exacerbated the issue, as prior to COVID-19, there were already at least 617 million who had not attained minimum reading levels.

Eligibility

The application is open to all governments, non-governmental organizations and individuals who contribute to the promotion and advancement of literacy learning through projects and programmes.

Applications should be submitted to the nominating entities either the National Commission for UNESCO in the program’s country, or a NGO in official partnership with UNESCO, who are encouraged to submit the nominated individuals, institutions, and organizations to UNESCO. The nominations will be assessed by an independent International Jury, composed of five experts based on the selection criteria.

Based on the recommendations of the International Jury, the Director-General of UNESCO will select the finalists to be awarded at the occasion of International Literacy Day on 8 September 2023.

Candidates can submit their applications through the online platform. For more information about the application and nomination process, kindly visit the official website of the UNESCO International Literacy Prizes’ website.

UNESCO International Literacy Prizes 2023 Application

For those interested in UNESCO International Literacy Prizes 2023, open this link to start the application process.

Application Deadline

  • The deadline for receipt of applications is 12 July 2023.

Open this link for more details about the UNESCO International Literacy Prizes 2023.

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