UNESCO Prize Highlights Global Efforts to Advance Girls’ and Women’s Education

Education remains one of the most powerful drivers of equality and long-term development. Yet millions of girls and women around the world still face barriers to accessing quality learning.

The UNESCO Prize for Girls’ and Women’s Education recognises outstanding initiatives that are helping to close these gaps. The Prize celebrates innovative and impactful work that improves access to education for girls and women and strengthens their opportunities for learning and empowerment.

Each year, two laureates are selected for their contributions to transforming education systems and advancing gender equality in education. Their work reflects a wide range of approaches, from community-based initiatives to national programmes that expand access, improve learning environments and support long-term change.

The Prize is part of broader international efforts led by UNESCO to promote inclusive and equitable education systems. It highlights the importance of sustained action and collaboration across governments, institutions and civil society to ensure that all girls and women can fully benefit from education.

Nominations are now open, offering an opportunity to recognise and support initiatives that are making a tangible difference in communities around the world.

More information is available on the UNESCO website.