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UNESCO Prize for Girls’ and Women’s Education 2026 (Liberia)
This global award honours outstanding efforts that expand access to education for girls and women and improve learning outcomes. Two winners will each receive US$50,000 to support and grow their work.
Call for Applications: UNESCO Prize for Girls’ and Women’s Education 2026 (Liberia)
The UNESCO Prize for Girls’ and Women’s Education is now open for 2026. This global award honours outstanding efforts that expand access to education for girls and women and improve learning outcomes. Two winners will each receive US$50,000 to support and grow their work.
Who can apply
Applications are invited from:
- Government institutions
- Non-governmental organizations (NGOs)
- Schools and training centres
- Community-based organizations
Projects must have been running for at least two years and show clear, measurable impact in advancing girls’ and women’s education.
How nominations work
Applications cannot be submitted directly to UNESCO. Each country can endorse a limited number of nominations.
In Liberia:
- Submissions must be sent to the Office of the Liberian National Commission for UNESCO
- Deadline for national submission: May 7, 2026
- Only three nominations will be selected and forwarded to UNESCO
How to submit
Send your application or enquiry to:
unesco@moe.gov.lr
For further details, contact:
GWEPrize@unesco.org
Why this matters
This prize is more than funding. It is global recognition of work that changes lives. Strong applications should present clear evidence, real outcomes, and a practical model that can inspire others.
A note to institutions
Organizations across Liberia are encouraged to submit well-prepared, evidence-based initiatives. If your work is improving access, retention, or quality of education for girls and women, this is an opportunity worth pursuing.
LESSAT-Africa encourages partners and institutions to take part and showcase the impact of their work in education and community development.
