Call for Applications: UNESCO Félix Houphouët-Boigny Peace Prize
The call for applications for the UNESCO Félix Houphouët-Boigny Peace Prize has been announced to recognize and honor individuals, organizations, and institutions that have played an outstanding and influential role in promoting, achieving, and safeguarding peace, intercultural dialogue, and peaceful coexistence. In accordance with the Charter of the United Nations and the Constitution of UNESCO, the Prize is awarded to individuals and organizations active in both the public and private sectors. |
Established in 1989 by a resolution of UNESCO’s General Conference, with broad support from Member States, the Prize reflects the Organization’s fundamental philosophy that the foundations of peace must be established and strengthened in the minds of human beings. In this regard, UNESCO reaffirms its commitment to fostering dialogue among cultures and civilizations and supporting those actively engaged in this field through the award of the Prize.
Laureates are selected from among individuals and institutions recognized for their effective and lasting contributions to peace, democracy, and human rights. The Prize consists of US$150,000, a gold medal, and a Peace Diploma. It is awarded annually to one or up to three laureates whose eligibility has been confirmed by the International Jury.
According to the Prize Secretariat, the deadline for submitting nominations has been extended to 31 March 2026. For further information and to submit nominations, applicants may visit https://www.unesco.org/en/prizes/felix-houphouet-boigny or send their documents by email to PrixFHB@unesco.org.
