Jikji Prize

UNESCO/Jikji Memory of the World Prize

UNESCO’s Executive Board approved the establishment of the UNESCO/Jikji Memory of the World Prize in April 2004.

The purpose of the UNESCO/Jikji Memory of the World Prize is to commemorate the inscription of the Buljo jikji simche yojeol, the oldest existing book of movable metal print in the world, on the Memory of the World Register, and to reward efforts contributing to the preservation and accessibility of documentary heritage as a common heritage of humanity.

The objective of the Prize is in conformity with UNESCO’s policies, and is related to the programme of the Organization to foster universal access to information and knowledge.

UNESCO/Jikji Memory of the World Prize: Call for nominations for 2022
Baegun hwasang chorok buljo jikji simche yojeol (vol.II)

the second volume of "Anthology of Great Buddhist Priests' Zen Teachings"

How to submit a nomination?

UNESCO is now accepting applications for the 9th edition of the UNESCO/Jikji Memory of the World Prize.
Apply here no later than 30 April 2022.
Nomination Form
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Statutes
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Guidelines for Nominators and Adjudicators

Contact

Memory of the World Secretariat
Communication and Information Sector
UNESCO
7 place de Fontenoy
75732 Paris Cedex 15
France

Email: Memory of the World Secretariat