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2026 UNESCO Prize for Girls’ and Women’s Education

Closing date: 12 May 2026, 12:00 AM

Type of Project: The UNESCO Prize for Girls’ and Women’s Education honours outstanding and innovative contributions made by individuals, institutions, and organizations to advance girls’ and women’s education. It is the first UNESCO Prize of this nature and is unique in showcasing successful projects that improve and promote the educational prospects of girls and women and in turn, the quality of their lives.
Location: Worldwide
Eligibility: Nominations are made by governments of UNESCO Member States or non-governmental organizations (NGOs) in official partnership with UNESCO. They can nominate up to three individuals, institutions, or organizations making strong, innovative contributions to girls’ and women’s education. Self-nominations are not possible.
Grant size: 2 prizes of US$ 50,000
Deadline: 12 May
Apply: UNESCO Prize for Girls’ and Women’s Education | UNESCO

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