UNESCO-Hamdan Prize for Teacher Development 2025-2026

Open Call for Nominations and Applications for the UNESCO-Hamdan Prize for Teacher Development

The call for applications and nominations for the 2025-2026 UNESCO-Hamdan Prize for Teacher Development is now open.

Generously funded by the Hamdan Foundation, the Prize is awarded every two years and aims to reward innovative practices that contribute to the improvement of teaching and learning quality toward achieving Sustainable Development Goal 4.

In addition to the Prize of US $300,000 (that is to be divided equally between the three laureates), laureates may benefit from networking opportunities, greater visibility, and global recognition. Candidates should be institutions, organizations, and educational or research institutes working to enhance the performance and effectiveness of teachers.

Applications are to be submitted by 31 October 2025 at midnight (Paris time, GMT+1) via a dedicated online platform. For more information on the nomination and application processes, please see visit the official webpage and the revised statutes of the UNESCO-Hamdan Prize.

Timeline:

• Deadline for submission of applications online: 31 January 2026
• Selection meeting of the International Jury: February-March 2026
• Award ceremony and announcement of the laureates: 5 October 2026 on World Teacher's Day

Contact the Prize Secretariat for more information on the process:

• Email: teacherprize@unesco.org

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