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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.
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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
Applications are open for the UNESCO Global Media and Information Literacy Week Youth Hackathon 2024. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 15 Aug, 2024
UNESCO and IEEE Entrepreneurship are launching a new entrepreneurship bootcamp in engineering for sustainable development. It is a 5-day intensive bootcamp for early-career engineers in Luanda, Angola from 9 to 13 September 2024. Prospective applicants from Africa who are interested in learning entrepreneurial skills to market their scientific inventions are encouraged to apply and take advantage of this enriching experience.
Date Posted: 22 Jul, 2024
Are you passionate about promoting literacy and multilingual education? Do you believe in the power of literacy to foster mutual understanding and peace? If so, the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization-UNESCO International Literacy Prizes may be the perfect opportunity for you or your organization to gain recognition and support for your innovative literacy programs.
Date Posted: 26 Jun, 2024
Applications are open for the UNESCO-Madanjeet Singh Prize 2024. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 19 Jun, 2024
Applications are open for the UNESCO Youth Eyes on the Silk Roads International Photo Contest 2024. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 18 Jun, 2024
Applications are open for the UNESCO International Literacy Prizes 2024. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 12 Jun, 2024