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ESD Okayama Award 2026

Key Information

Organisation

Okayama City & ESD Promotion Commission

Status

Open

Application Deadline

15 Jul 2026 · 89 days left

Program Type

Prize

Amount

USD 3,000

About this Program

Recognizing outstanding Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) projects around the world.

Benefits & What You Get

Cash prize; invitation to Okayama City (Japan) for award ceremony.

Eligibility

Organizations and communities implementing ESD projects globally.

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