Category: Contests / Calls

International Essay Contest

Organized by The Goi Peace Foundation and UNESCO Endorsed by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology of Japan Japanese National Commission for UNESCO, Japan Private High School Federation Tokyo Metropolitan Board of Education, Japan Broadcasting Corporation, Nikkei Inc. Supported by FELISSIMO CORPORATION As today’s young people are crucial for the shaping of …

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Photo Competition – Jobs for Europe, Europe for Jobs

Decent employment, which allows people to earn a living, to participate in society, to develop their skills and to find satisfaction, is a fundamental need for everybody and for each society. Today, jobs are changing fast, new kinds of work develop and traditional professions disappear. At the same time, globalisation, migration, new technologies and the …

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2014 Lighthouse Activity

The United Nations Climate Change Secretariat’s Momentum for Change initiative is shining a light on innovative and transformational climate action in 2014. Lighthouse Activities shine a light on the most practical, scalable and replicable examples of what people around the world are doing to tackle climate change. Lighthouse Activities are shining examples of action on …

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EYE2014 Business Challenge

Do you have a great business idea? Apply to the EYE2014 Business Challenge (9th May, Strasbourg), get selected and pitch your business idea to a jury of investors and business experts. The European Youth Event (EYE) Business Challenge will enable 10 selected finalists to pitch their business ideas during the session, receive valuable feedback and …

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AGFUND International Prize

The Arab Gulf Programme for Development (AGFUND) announced the start of nomination for AGFUND International Prize for pioneering human development projects in the field of “Marketing of Homemade Products”. AGFUND invites the UN, International and regional organizations, ministries and public institutions, NGOs, universities and research centers and experts in the field all over the world …

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Mediterranean Journalist Award

The Anna Lindh Mediterranean Journalist Award recognizes the positive role played by media in reporting on issues of cultural diversity and providing balanced and informed coverage. Founded in 2006 in partnership with the International Federation of Journalists, the regional Award targets in particular young media practitioners who are embarking on their careers. The Award is …

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National Geographic Traveler Photo Contest

The 26th annual National Geographic Traveler Photo Contest is now accepting submissions. Harness the power of photography and share your stunning travel experiences from around the globe with us. Official categories include: Travel Portraits; Outdoor Scenes; Sense of Place; and Spontaneous Moments. The Categories for entries are: (1) Travel Portraits; (2) Outdoor Scenes; (3) Sense of Place; and (4) …

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Kids Paint Europe

From 22 to 25 May 2014, elections will be held for the European Parliament. Because Europe is not just for adults – all of you are Europeans as well – there is something special for you: You are invited to paint a map of Europe together with children from many other European countries. Paint or draw …

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UNESCO-Madanjeet Singh Prize for the Promotion of Tolerance and Non-Violence

“Respect and tolerance are liberating acts, whereby the differences of others are recognized as the same as our own and whereby the riches of another culture are taken as the wealth of all” – Irina Bokova, 21 March 2014 “Non-violence is not a garment to be put on and off at will. Its seat is in the …

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#DN4DmyCity to tag the democracy!

Where is the democracy in your town? Which are the moments and expressions where we feel active citizens? Tell everyone using your cam! Participating is simple: from now until April 12, 2014 take a picture and post it on instagram using the hashtag #DN4DMyCity. Places of democracy through which you actively exercise your rights of citizenship are …

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