Subject Call for Candidates for the 2023 UNESCO ICM Martial Arts Education Prize
Individual, group, or organization who has made contribution in one of these areas: ○ helping youth overcome underprivileged circumstances through martial arts education; ○ improving women’s rights and enhancing women’s social engagement through martial arts education for women; ○ creating a safe environment in local communities through martial arts education activities; ○ contributing to ensuring that the socially-underprivileged build self-reliance while overcoming hardships through martial arts education. □ Letter of Recommendation (Who can recommend candidates?) A Letter of Recommendation is mandatory from one of the below organizations: ○ organizations relevant to UNESCO; - UNESCO National Commissions, Chairs, UNITWIN Networks, Category I and II Centers, and international networks in an official partnership with UNESCO through authorization or agreements ○ governmental or non-governmental organizations ○ organization in the field of martial arts and sports, etc. □ Prize & Award Ceremony ○ Nomination: 1 individual or group or organization ○ Prize: cash prize of USD 10,000, prize certificate, medal ○ Ceremony Date: during November, 2023 ○ Ceremony Location: UNESCO ICM, Chungju City, Republic of Korea ※ Ceremony date and location are subject to change depending on circumstances, winner may be asked to give a presentation on their martial arts education good practices during the ceremony and will be asked to provide photo or video materials for the production of a promotional video □ How to Apply ○ Applications open from WED 14 June to WED 16 August 2023 24:00 KST (Korea Standard Time) ○ Submit the required documents through the online application form (www.icmprize.org) ○ Required Documents ※ All documents shall be submitted in English or Korean - Letter of Recommendation: download the attached form, fill up and submit the file - Summary of Candidate’s Contribution: download the attached form, fill up, and submit the file (about 1 page, within 330 words) - Evidentiary Materials: upload maximum of 10 materials as evidence to support your activities or programmes (e.g. official documents, project plans, photos, videos, publications, website, etc.) □ Selection Criteria (Screening Committee) ○ Contribution: developing and changing the target audience, including socially vulnerable people, etc. through systemized and effective martial arts education ○ Innovation: distinctive characteristics through new thinking, and reflecting social trend and recent status ○ Sustainability: enhanced applicability and sustainability through program evaluation and improvements, and lasting social and individual impact ○ Overall Assessment: consideration of the candidate’s situation, potential, expected outcomes, etc. □ Selection Process
※ Candidates may be required to submit additional materials or answer inquiries during the process □ Inquiries ○ UNESCO ICM International Cooperation Team (+82 43 845 8864, ms.lee@unescoicm.org) Attachment 1. Call for Candidates 2. Regulations and Letter of Recommendation (form) 3. Summary of Candidate’s Contribution (form) 4. Poster. The End. |