UNESCO ICT in Education Prize 2026
UNESCO
📌About the event
This is a prestigious global call for projects that use Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Information Communication Technology (ICT) to enhance education. The 2026 theme focuses on “AI to expand creativity and critical thinking.” Unlike a standard student contest, this is for high-impact projects or startups led by youth, educators, or NGOs that are already showing results.
ℹ️ Event Details
- Category: Tech for Good / Education
- Organizer: UNESCO
- Eligibility: Individuals, NGOs, and Institutions (Self-nominations must be endorsed)
- Team Size: Project-based
- Effort Level: Very High
- Submission Type: Detailed Project Nomination
📅 Important Dates
- Deadline: 8 May 2026
- Selection Announcement: Late 2026
- Mode: Online Submission
🏆 Prize Details and Value
- Prize Type: Cash and Global Endowment
- Prize Amount: $25,000 for each of the two winners
- Visibility: Presentation at UNESCO Headquarters in Paris.
- Additional Perks: Inclusion in the UNESCO “Global Education Monitoring” report.
🎯 What You Will Do
- Demonstrate how your AI tool or ICT project improves learning outcomes.
- Submit data-driven evidence of your project’s impact over at least 6 months.
- Obtain an endorsement from your National Commission for UNESCO (Ministry of Education).