Call for Nominations for the UNESCO/Jikji Memory of the World Prize

The prize was established in recognition of the Buljo Jikji Simche Yojeol, the oldest known extant book printed with movable metal type, which is inscribed in UNESCO’s Memory of the World International Register. This work is one of the renowned entries in UNESCO’s Memory of the World Programme, established to preserve documentary heritage shared by humanity and ensure public access to it.

Supported by a contribution of US$40,000 from the Republic of Korea, the prize is awarded every two years to individuals or institutions that have made significant contributions to the preservation of and access to documentary heritage. Comprehensive information is available in the Guide for Nominees and Jury Members. Candidates for the prize must meet the following criteria:

• The nominee’s contribution to the preservation of and access to documentary heritage through activities, innovation, education, leadership, and related efforts;
• The significance of the unusual challenges the nominee has faced in carrying out preservation and access activities in the field of documentary heritage; and
• The distinctive expertise the nominee has applied in the preservation of and access to documentary heritage.

Nomination Procedure

Nominees must submit their projects in English or French by completing the nomination form, available as a PDF file. The deadline for submitting nominations is 30 April 2026.

To participate in the prize and complete the nomination forms, please contact the Iranian National Commission for UNESCO.