Applications are currently being accepted for the UNESCO/Guillermo Cano World Press Freedom Prize 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
About UNESCO/Guillermo Cano World Press Freedom Prize
The UNESCO/Guillermo Cano World Press Freedom Prize was created in 1997 to honor individuals, organizations, or institutions that have made an outstanding contribution to defending and promoting press freedom, especially when done in the face of danger.
Benefits of UNESCO/Guillermo Cano World Press Freedom Prize
- The prize winner receives $25,000
UNESCO/Guillermo Cano World Press Freedom Prize Requirements
- Candidates shall have made a significant contribution to press freedom anywhere in the world representing all types of media including digital media.
- Prizes may be conferred upon individuals, institutions, other entities or non-government organizations.
Application Date and Process
- Click on the link to the application website to apply.
Application Deadline
15 February, 2026
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