UNESCO World Conference on Education for Sustainable Development 2027: Call for Session Proposals
UNESCO is inviting organizations to propose thematic parallel sessions for the 2027 World Conference on Education for Sustainable Development in Nairobi.
- Host
- UNESCO / Government of Kenya
- Session proposals close 31 August 2026; conference takes place 13-15 January 2027 in Nairobi
- Session proposals close 31 August 2026; conference takes place 13-15 January 2027 in Nairobi: Aug 31, 2026
- Support
- Conference-session co-organization opportunity; no direct grant amount is stated
- Location
- See official call page
- Discipline
- Education and Higher Education
- Region
- Global / Kenya
- Posted
- Jul 29, 2026
Call summary
Overview
The conference will take stock of Education for Sustainable Development implementation, address emerging global issues and shape priorities through 2030 and beyond.
Who can apply
The call is directed to organizations able to co-organize thematic sessions on education, sustainability, equity and climate action. Applicants should follow the proposal instructions linked from UNESCO's official conference page.
What it supports
- Education for Sustainable Development and green skills.
- Climate action, biodiversity, equity and digital transformation.
- Youth and educator leadership, partnerships and the post-2030 agenda.
Fees, funding, or support
- The official page does not state a grant or travel award for session organizers.
- Accepted organizations will contribute to thematic parallel sessions and the global conference dialogue.
Session proposals close 31 August 2026; conference takes place 13-15 January 2027 in Nairobi
Session proposals close 31 August 2026; conference takes place 13-15 January 2027 in Nairobi: Aug 31, 2026
How to apply
Open the official UNESCO conference page, review the call for proposals and submit the session proposal by 31 August 2026.
Call details
Source-based overview
UNESCO and the Government of Kenya will convene the World Conference on Education for Sustainable Development in Nairobi from 13 to 15 January 2027. Organizations are invited to help co-organize thematic sessions that advance global discussion on sustainability, climate action, equity, education systems, youth and the future of ESD.
Eligibility
The call is directed to organizations able to co-organize thematic sessions on education, sustainability, equity and climate action. Applicants should follow the proposal instructions linked from UNESCO's official conference page.
Fees, funding or participation support
The official page does not state a grant or travel award for session organizers.
Accepted organizations will contribute to thematic parallel sessions and the global conference dialogue.
Themes and supported activities
Education for Sustainable Development and green skills.
Climate action, biodiversity, equity and digital transformation.
Youth and educator leadership, partnerships and the post-2030 agenda.
Deadline and timeline
Session proposals close 31 August 2026; conference takes place 13-15 January 2027 in Nairobi: Session proposals close 31 August 2026; conference takes place 13-15 January 2027 in Nairobi: Aug 31, 2026.
Applicants should confirm the exact deadline time, time zone, required documents, portal steps and any institutional approvals on the official call page before submitting.
How to apply
Open the official UNESCO conference page, review the call for proposals and submit the session proposal by 31 August 2026.
Before applying, check eligibility rules, budgets, attachments, page limits, partner requirements, cost-share conditions and whether the opportunity uses an expression of interest, full proposal, registration or nomination stage.