UNESCO is calling for applications and nominations for the 2019 UNESCO International Literacy <a href="https://www.for9a.com/en/opportunity/category/Competitions-and-Awards" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Prizes&nbsp;</a>, which in this year will be awarded to outstanding programs and individuals who promote literacy around the world within the theme of &lsquo;Literacy and Skills Development&rsquo;.<h3>Eligibility Criteria:</h3><ul><li>Governments, non-governmental organizations and individuals which seek to promote literacy through effective and innovative projects or programs are kindly invited to apply.</li><li>&nbsp;be ongoing and proven record of innovative work in the field of literacy for at least three years.</li><li>have not been awarded the UNESCO International Literacy Prizes in the past five years.</li></ul><h3>About UNESCO Prizes:</h3>UNESCO distinguishes between two Literacy Prizes which are given to five laureates:<ul><li>The UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize (2 awards): The prize was established in 1989 and is supported by the Government of the Republic of Korea. It gives special consideration to programs that focus on the development and use of mother-tongue literacy education and training.</li><li>The UNESCO Confucius Prize for Literacy (3 awards), was established in 2005, and is supported by the Government of the People&rsquo;s Republic of China. This Prize recognizes programs that promote adult literacy, especially in rural areas and for out-of-school youth, particularly girls and women.</li></ul><h3>Prize Amount:</h3>Based on the recommendations of the International Jury, the Director-General of UNESCO will select the finalists to award the Prizes. Each of the prize winners will receive a medal, a diploma and 20,000$.Note:&nbsp; UNESCO is working to create appropriate conditions for launching a dialogue among civilizations, cultures and peoples on the basis of respect for common values. Through this dialogue, the world can come up with comprehensive visions of sustainable development, ensuring adherence to human rights, mutual respect and poverty alleviation, All of which lie at the heart of UNESCO&#39;s mission and activities.About the UNESCO International Literacy PrizesSince 1967, UNESCO International Literacy Prizes have rewarded excellence and innovation in the field of literacy. Over 485 projects and programmes undertaken by governments, non-governmental organizations and individuals around the world have been recognized. Through these prestigious Prizes, UNESCO seeks to support effective literacy practices and encourages the promotion of dynamic literate societies.See more available <a href="https://www.for9a.com/en/opportunity/category/Grants">grants</a> on For9aSee more available&nbsp;<a href="https://www.for9a.com/en/opportunity/category/Events-Festivals-and-Conferences">events and conferences</a> on For9aSee more available&nbsp;<a href="https://www.for9a.com/en/opportunity/category/Online-Courses">online courses</a> on For9a

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Win a Prize of $20000 from the UNESCO International Literacy Prizes 2019