Literacy holds immense importance as it is the foundation for personal development, economic growth, and social progress. Recognizing the significance of literacy, UNESCO has been honoring outstanding contributions through the International Literacy Prizes for more than five decades.
These prizes not only celebrate achievements but also inspire others to make a positive impact in the field of literacy. The UNESCO International Literacy Prizes are divided into two phases: the King Sejong Literacy Prize and the Confucius Prize for Literacy. Let’s examine the two prizes briefly.
UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize
This award acknowledges projects and programs that demonstrate exceptional efforts in promoting literacy using local languages. Each prizewinner is honored with a medal, a diploma, and a generous prize of US$20,000.
UNESCO Confucius Prize for Literacy
This prize places special emphasis on functional literacy in technological environments, targeting adults in rural areas and out-of-school youth. The winners of this prize receive a medal, a diploma, and a substantial sum of US$30,000.
About UNESCO International Literacy Prizes 2023
The 2023 UNESCO International Literacy Prizes will continue the tradition of honoring exceptional individuals and organizations that contribute to the advancement of literacy worldwide. This year, the theme is Promoting Literacy for a World in Transition: Building the Foundation for peaceful and sustainable societies.
The chosen theme underscores the essential role of literacy in empowering individuals and communities during times of change and social, economic, and environmental challenges.
Financial Benefits of UNESCO International Literacy Prizes
The Financial Benefits for the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize award each of the prizewinners with a medal, a diploma, and US$20.000. while,
The UNESCO Confucius Prize for Literacy awards each prizewinner with a medal, a diploma, and US$30.000 in cash.
How to Apply
- All interested and qualified candidates should go to UNESCO at unes.co/ilp-account to apply.
- Read through the instructions carefully before clicking the Next icon to proceed.
- Applicants will need to respond to six questions.
- After a successful evaluation and validation by the Secretariat, applicants will receive access to information about the prizes.
- Visit the UNESCO official website found below for more details: www.unesco.org/en/articles
Eligibility Criteria for UNESCO International Literacy Prizes
The Literacy Prize application is open to governments, non-governmental organizations, and individuals who contribute to the promotion and advancement of literacy learning through projects and programs.
Application Deadline: July 12, 2023.
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