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2021 edition of UNESCO International Literacy Prizes

UNESCO opened its call for applications and encourages all champions in the field of literacy learning to apply for the prestigious UNESCO International Literacy...
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#GenerationRestoration Youth Challenge

The #GenerationRestoration Youth Challenge is a global call for youth-led solutions to conserve and restore ecosystems. In alignment with the UN Decade, the Challenge...
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New social listening radio tool to aid in COVID-19 infodemic response

The World Health Organization and UN Global Pulse, the Secretary-General’s digital innovation initiative, are embarking on a new venture to analyse content shared on...
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2021 Global Media Competition on Labour Migration

The International Labour Organization (ILO) has launched its seventh annual Global Media Competition. Its aim is to recognize fair and balanced reports that contribute...
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UN launches the first artificial intelligence tool for rapid natural capital...

An innovative artificial intelligence (AI) tool that will make it easier for countries to measure the contributions of nature to their economic prosperity and...
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UNDP and HEART 17 launch platform to unite youth, artists and...

A new global initiative called HEART 17, launched in partnership with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), to bring together young people and the...
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UNWTO and Facebook partner to support members states to leverage digital...

The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) and Facebook have partnered to help global destinations make use of the power of digital marketing as they look...
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UNESCO and Vulog launch partnership to develop a “Smart and Inclusive...

UNESCO and Vulog have announced a partnership to develop a “Smart and Inclusive Cities Tool,” a project that will focus on the impact that...
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Equator Prize 2021

This year’s Equator Prize will recognize innovative initiatives from local communities and Indigenous peoples that demonstrate exceptional achievements in nature-based solutions for local sustainable...
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Short-Silent Video Competition for high school students in Southeast Asia

For all junior and high school students aged 15 to 19 in South East Asian countries. UNESCO, in collaboration with the Association of Indonesian...
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Plague Inc: The Cure – WHO and gamers join forces

Leading disease outbreak experts have come together to show gamers everywhere how to spot and stop a pandemic. A new expansion of the hit mobile...
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“What if – Spesterra” Youth Video Challenge

The United Nations General Assembly declared 2021 the “International Year of Peace and Trust”. It is also the first year of the Decade of...
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UNESCO Clubs 2021 Worldwide Youth Multimedia Competition

USFUCA, UNESCO Center for Peace and World Genesis Foundation invite youth around the world to take part in this year’s Multimedia Competition. Unparalleled connectivity...
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World Oceans Day Photo Competition

The UN World Oceans Day Photo Competition is hosted by the United Nations, curated by Ellen Cuylaerts and a jury composed of world-renowned individuals. June...
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Goi Peace Foundation – 2021 International essay contest for young people

This annual international essay contest is organized in an effort to harness the energy, creativity and initiative of the world's youth in promoting a...