UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization)
UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization), based in Paris, Île-de-France, has 1 opportunity for children on WiWit, checked before listing.
Paris, Île-de-France, France
Opportunities from UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization)
UNESCO Youth Eyes on the Silk Roads International Photo Contest
by UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization)
An international photography contest for young individuals aged 14 to 25, inviting them to visually capture the rich cultural heritage and diverse identities along the historic Silk Roads. The contest promotes cultural interaction and mutual understanding through photography.
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About
The United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) is a specialized agency of the United Nations, dedicated to fostering global peace and security. This is achieved through extensive international cooperation in education, the arts, sciences, and culture, facilitating dialogue and collaboration among nations to advance peace, sustainable development, and human rights. UNESCO's work is structured around five key program areas: education, natural sciences, social and human sciences, culture, and communication and information. The organization supports projects aimed at enhancing literacy, providing technical training, advancing scientific research, safeguarding independent media, preserving diverse cultural histories, and promoting cultural diversity worldwide. A significant aspect of UNESCO's mission involves establishing and protecting World Heritage Sites, which are recognized for their cultural and natural importance. The organization also develops educational resources to cultivate global citizenship, encouraging individuals to live free of hate and intolerance. Furthermore, UNESCO champions scientific programs and policies that serve as foundations for international development and cooperation. UNESCO operates globally with 194 member states, 12 associate members, 53 regional field offices, and 199 national commissions.
Affiliations
Programs Offered
- Education for All
- World Heritage Programme
- Man and the Biosphere Programme (MAB)
- International Hydrological Programme (IHP)
- Memory of the World Programme
- Global Education Coalition
- International Geoscience and Global Geoparks Programme (IGGP)
- World Water Assessment Programme (WWAP)
- International Basic Sciences Programme (IBSP)
Achievements
- Designation of over 1,100 World Heritage Sites globally
- Leading the Education for All movement
- Creation of CERN (European Organization for Nuclear Research)
- Saving the Nubian Monuments
- Adoption of the Universal Declaration on Cultural Diversity
- Development of the Pacific Tsunami Warning and Mitigation System
- Re-elected to the UNESCO Executive Board for 2021-2025 term
- Elected to the World Heritage Committee for 2021-2025 term
- Silk roads programme
Leadership
- Audrey Azoulay, Director-General (UNESCO)
- Xing Qu, Deputy Director-General (UNESCO)
Frequently asked questions
- What does UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization) offer for children?
- UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization) has 1 opportunity for children listed on WiWit, each checked before listing. Every listing above shows who is eligible, the key dates, and the fee, so you can see what fits your child.
- Where does my child apply for UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization) opportunities?
- On UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization)'s own website. WiWit is a free, independent directory that helps you discover and compare opportunities; your child registers or applies with UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization) directly, never on WiWit.
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- Where is UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization) based?
- UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization) is based in Paris, Île-de-France. Each of its listings shows whether the opportunity runs online or in person, so you can check what works for your child.
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Quick Facts
- Type
- Organization
- Founded
- 1945
- Opportunities
- 1 on WiWit
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