Deadline: February 15, 2026
Nominations are open for the UNESCO Juan Bosch Prize 2026. The UNESCO/Juan Bosch Prize, funded by the Dominican Republic, recognizes young researchers under 40 years old whose work focuses on Latin America and the Caribbean and who have made notable contributions to social science research and social development policy in the region.
UNESCO calls upon Member States, in consultation with their National Commissions, as well as non-governmental organizations maintaining official relations with UNESCO and active in relevant fields, to submit nominations for the Prize.
Award
- The laureate of the 2026 edition will receive a total award of USD $12,000.
Eligibility
- To qualify as a candidate, the proposed individuals must be under 40 years old, and their social science research work must address themes related to the Latin America and Caribbean region.
- The nationality of the candidate is not a factor.
Nomination
Nominations may be submitted in English, French or Spanish by the governments of Member States and in consultation with their National Commissions, as well as by non-governmental organizations maintaining official relations with UNESCO and active in a field covered by the Prize. A self-nomination cannot be considered.
Each nomination shall be accompanied by a written recommendation, which shall include, in English or French, inter alia:
- A description of the candidate’s background and achievements;
- A summary of the work or the results of the work, publications and other supporting documents of major importance, submitted for consideration;
- A statement specifying the candidate’s contribution to the Prize’s objectives.
The deadline for nominations, submitted through your National Commission and not on an individual basis, must be sent by email no later than 15 February 2026 at midnight (GMT+1, Paris time).
Submissions must be sent by email to: [email protected]
For more information, visit UNESCO Juan Bosch Prize.
