 Since 1967, UNESCO International Literacy Prizes have rewarded excellence and innovation in the field of literacy. Over 485 projects and programmes undertaken by governments, non-governmental organizations and individuals around the world have been recognized. Through these prestigious Prizes, UNESCO seeks to support effective literacy practices and encourages the promotion of dynamic literate societies. In this context, you will find attached the call to nominate candidates for the 2018 edition of the UNESCO International Literacy Prizes, inviting you to submit nominations for this year (see attached documents). Every year, the prizes are organized around a specific theme. This year’s focus is on: ‘Literacy and Skills Development’. The nomination process will take place via an online platform. An applicant can access the online application form by requesting the creation of a user account through this link:www.unesco.org/ilp/account. The deadline for nominations is Sunday 17 June 2018. You will also find relevant information on the UNESCO International Literacy Prizes website: http://en.unesco.org/themes/literacy/prizes Any enquiries with regard to the application and nomination process should be addressed to the Secretariat of the UNESCO International Literacy Prizes, located within the Section of Youth, Literacy and Skills Development of the UNESCO Education Sector (phone: +33 1 45 68 08 59; e-mail: literacyprizes@unesco.org). 
The Humanitarian Affairs and the Ministry of Education of Thailand will co-organise the 9th University Scholars Leadership Symposium (USLS) 2018 from 1 to 7 August 2018 at the United Nations in Bangkok, Thailand.
The University Scholars Leadership Symposium is a week-long leadership development training programme. The Symposium will bring together 1,000 of the world’s most promising leaders to one stimulating platform in the heart of Asia. The programme has been designed for young persons who are committed to making this world a much better place for the human race. For more information of the symposium, kindly visit the event’s website at www.universityscholars.org.uk or you may contact Ms Pia Conradsen at +66-92-929-3345 or email pia.conradsen@humanitarianaffairs.org. DVV International Country Office Cambodia and the Department for Non-Formal Education (DNFE) of the Ministry for Education, Youth and Sports are looking for a short-term expert, who supports the Department in developing Vocational Skills Teacher Text Book for CLCs and providing training on Curriculum Development to DNFE Staff. Required Expertise: The consultant is expected to have the following skills:
Period: 3 months between August and December 2018 Deadline for submission: 30 April 2018 For further information, please download the ToR attached. 
The Guizhou Government Scholarship for Southeast Asia 2018 is open for application from now until 30 June 2018. The Guizhou Government Scholarship for Southeast Asia is a scholarship programme funded by Guizhou Government and managed by Guizhou Provincial Department of Education (GPDE) for 1,554 Southeast Asian students to pursue certificates and degrees in 23 tertiary level institutions in Guizhou Province, P R China commencing from Academic Year 2018 in various levels and types of education: doctoral, master, bachelor, vocational education, and continuing education. Attached is the Information Brochure of the aforementioned scholarship for your reference. More information can be retrieved from website http://www.seameo.org/SEAMEOWeb2/index.php?option=com_content&view=category&id=149&Itemid=427 Should there be any inquiries on this matter, please contact SEAMEO Secretariat at secretariat@seameo.org.
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