☰
UNESCO is the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization. It contributes to peace and security by promoting international cooperation in education, sciences, culture, communication and information.
View opportunities sponsored by UNESCO
Applications are now open for the 2025 UNESCO-NESTLÉ Youth Impact – Because You Matter Programme. This program seeks to support young people to help their communities through climate action and environmental sustainability initiatives, by providing them with resources and skills necessary to implement their innovative projects.
Date Posted: 21 Mar, 2025
To celebrate the 20th anniversary of the UNESCO King Hamad Bin Isa Al-Khalifa Prize for the use of ICT in education, UNESCO calls for nominations for the special 2025 edition on the theme “Preparing learners and teachers for the ethical and responsible use of artificial intelligence”.
Date Posted: 20 Mar, 2025
Nominations for the UNESCO Prize for Girls' and Women's Education 2025 are now open. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 13 Mar, 2025
Applications are open for the EU40cean Summer School on Ocean Literacy & Collaboration 2025. In this training participants will be equipped and empowered to lead a cultural shift in ocean science, advancing transdisciplinarity, equity, inclusion, diverse knowledge systems, and international cooperation.
Date Posted: 27 Feb, 2025
The 2025 Call for Nominations UNESCO-Greece Melina Mercouri International Prize for the Safeguarding and Management of Cultural Landscapes is now open. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and nominate an organization.
Date Posted: 27 Feb, 2025
Applications are open for the IOCAfrica Travel Grants for African COPs to Attend the UN Ocean Conference and the One Ocean Science Congress 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 24 Feb, 2025
The United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization UNESCO Andrei Stenin International Press Photo Contest 2025 is now accepting applications. The competition seeks to encourage and aid aspiring young photographers in their quest for artistic excellence. The UNESCO Andrei Stenin International Press Photo Contest is open to photographers from any nation.
Date Posted: 31 Jan, 2025
Do you want to intern at one of the most prestigious organizations, UNESCO? If yes, apply for this internship opportunity. The intern will support the Advisor in creating files on topics linked to the areas of expertise of UNESCO while working under the direction of the Cabinet Coordination Officer and one of the Director-General’s advisors.
Date Posted: 24 Jan, 2025
Applications are ongoing for the UNESCO Communication and Information Sector Internship. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 22 Jan, 2025
UNESCO has opened applications for different internship positions. Click here to learn more about the All Sectors/Bureaus internship and apply for it.
Date Posted: 22 Jan, 2025
Applications are open for the UNESCO/The People's Republic of China - The Great Wall Co-Sponsored Fellowships Programme 2025-2026. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 23 Dec, 2024
Applications are open for the UNESCO World Heritage Scholarship 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 20 Dec, 2024
Applications are open for the UNESCO/Guillermo Cano World Press Freedom Prize 2025. The Prize was established on the initiative of UNESCO's Executive Board and is formally conferred by UNESCO, on the occasion of World Press Freedom Day, on 3 May.
Date Posted: 13 Dec, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025 UNESCO-Equatorial Guinea Fellowship Programme. This initiative aims to bridge the persistent gaps on the African continent. It is designed to offer targeted support and focuses on promoting equal opportunities in science, by creating concrete opportunities for young women to become actively involved in various life science disciplines. Apply now!
Date Posted: 10 Dec, 2024
Are you a woman under 30, enrolled full-time in higher education, and eager to grow in leadership and social responsibility?
Apply now for the Women@Dior & UNESCO mentorship program!
Date Posted: 20 Nov, 2024
Nominations are now being accepted for the first edition UNESCO-Al Fozan International Prize for the Promotion of Young Scientists in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics! For a chance to highlight their work and the value of science, engineering, technology, and mathematics, nominate a top STEM researcher now.
Date Posted: 08 Oct, 2024
Are you passionate about protecting our planet? Do you have creative ideas that could help tackle global challenges like climate change, biodiversity loss, or sustainable living? Then this is your chance to shine. Apply for the ICUA/UNESCO IITE Youth Innovation Contest 2024.
Date Posted: 12 Sep, 2024
Applications for fellowships to the GRÓ Land Restoration Training Programme (GRÓ LRT) are open for 2 (two) fellows from African biosphere reserves engaged in restoration activities. Apply for this fully-funded opportunity now!
Date Posted: 09 Sep, 2024
Do you have innovative ideas for addressing the challenges posed by artificial intelligence and digital misinformation? If so, the Global Media and Information Literacy (MIL) Week Youth Hackathon 2024 is the perfect opportunity for you. This hackathon empowers young people to actively participate in transforming the information landscape by developing solutions that promote public interest information and combat misinformation.
Date Posted: 16 Aug, 2024
Applications are open for the UNESCO X SEVENTEEN "Going Together - For Youth Creativity and Well-Being" Grant Scheme 2024. 100 grants between $5,000 and $10,000 USD each will be awarded to young leaders, entrepreneurs and youth organizations to help them create and implement changemaking solutions for social impact.
Date Posted: 16 Aug, 2024