About the UNESCO Prize for Girls and Women’s Education
The UNESCO Prize for Girls’ and Women’s Education is an annual award that recognizes outstanding and innovative efforts to advance education for girls and women. This prestigious prize aims to improve educational opportunities and enhance the quality of life for women and girls worldwide.
Funded by the Government of the People’s Republic of China, the prize awards two laureates each year with $50,000 to support their ongoing work in education.
In this guide, you’ll find details on the eligibility criteria, benefits, and application process for the UNESCO Prize for Girls and Women’s Education.
Summary of the UNESCO Prize for Girls and Women’s Education
Host Organization: UNESCO
Category: Competitions | Training
Eligible Countries: All UNESCO Member States
Award: $50,000 per laureate
Language Requirement: No IELTS needed
Deadline: May 12, 2025
About the UNESCO Prize for Girls and Women’s Education
This prize is part of UNESCO’s efforts to promote gender equality in education. It emphasizes the need for equal opportunities in:
✔ Access to education
✔ Learning content
✔ Teaching and learning practices
✔ Educational outcomes
✔ Career and life prospects
If you are working on a project that supports girls’ and women’s education, this is an opportunity to gain global recognition and financial support.
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the UNESCO Prize for Girls and Women’s Education, applicants must:
✔ Be nominated through the official UNESCO platform, either by:
A National Commission or Permanent Delegation to UNESCO from a Member State
A Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) in official partnership with UNESCO
✔ Have an ongoing project or program that has been running for at least two years and aligns with the prize’s objectives
Note: Self-nominations are not accepted.
Benefits of the UNESCO Prize
✔ Each laureate receives $50,000 to further their work in education
✔ Global recognition for efforts in advancing girls’ and women’s education
✔ Access to an international network of education professionals and policymakers
How to Apply for the UNESCO Prize
Step 1: Secure a Nomination
Only recognized organizations and government bodies can submit nominations. If you or your organization qualify, reach out to:
Your country’s National Commission to UNESCO
A relevant NGO in official partnership with UNESCO
Step 2: Nomination Submission
National Commissions and Permanent Delegations must submit applications via the official UNESCO platform: http://unesco.org/gwe
NGOs in partnership with UNESCO must request access to the online platform by emailing GWEPrize@unesco.org
Step 3: Await Selection
After submission, UNESCO will evaluate nominations based on:
✔ Innovation and impact of the project
✔ Sustainability and scalability
✔ Alignment with UNESCO’s educational goals
Application Deadline
⏳ May 12, 2025
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Don’t miss this opportunity to get recognized for your work in promoting education for girls and women worldwide!
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