UNESCO/Jikji Memory of the World Prize

Objectives of the Prize

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.

The UNESCO/Jikji Memory of the World Prize seeks to contribute to the preservation and accessibility of documentary heritage as a common heritage of humanity. It was created to commemorate the inscription of the Buljo jikji simche yojeol, the oldest known book in the world made with moveable metal print, on the Memory of the World Register. The Prize funded by the Republic of Korea through arrangements made with the Municipal Council of Cheongju City. It consists of USD 30, 000 and is awarded every two years to individuals, institutions, non-governmental organizations and other entities that have made significant contributions to the preservation and accessibility of documentary heritage. Member States, in consultation with their National Commissions, are invited to submit nominations, as are the international non-governmental organizations maintaining official relations with UNESCO and whose work involves” the preservation and conservation of documentary heritage, before 30 April 2022.Nomination files, which can be submitted in English or French (no more than three candidates), must include a summary or the results of the work, publications and a review of the way in which the work has contributed to the preservation and accessibility of documentary heritage. You may also attach any other documents that you deem relevant or useful.

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