UNESCO-Madanjeet Singh Prize Grant

UNESCO-Madanjeet Singh Prize Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: UNESCO
Amount: US $100,000
Last Updated: August 23, 2024

Summary

The UNESCO-Madanjeet Singh Prize for the Promotion of Tolerance and Non-Violence invites nominations for change makers who foster peace and tolerance globally. Established in 1995, the prize honors individuals and organizations showing leadership in promoting these values. Awarded biannually on the International Day for Tolerance, the winner receives a $100,000 prize at a ceremony in Paris. This prestigious award recognizes contributions to a more tolerant society, in memory of Madanjeet Singh, a UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador.

Overview

UNESCO invites individuals, including civil society actors, governmental and non-governmental entities, to propose candidates for the 2024 edition of the UNESCO-Madanjeet Singh Prize for the Promotion of Tolerance and Non-Violence. UNESCO will receive proposals for change makers who are leading meaningful action for peace and tolerance in societies worldwide. A Historical Prize A Historical Prize The Prize was established in 1995 on the occasion of the United Nations Year for Tolerance and the 125th anniversary of the birth of Mahatma Gandhi. It was also the year when UNESCO Member States adopted the Declaration of Principles on Tolerance. It bears the name of its benefactor Madanjeet Singh, who was a UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador. Its purpose is to reward individuals, institutions, various entities or non-governmental organizations that have demonstrated leadership in the promotion of tolerance and non-violence. Awarded every two years, on the International Day for Tolerance (16 November), the winner is presented with the sum of US$ 100,000, during a dedicated ceremony held at UNESCO Headquarters in Paris.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website.