The UNESCO Chairs program was conceived by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) as a way to advance research, training and programme development in higher education by building university networks and encouraging inter-university cooperation through transfer of knowledge across borders.

History

The program was established in 1992 following the decision taken at the 26th session of the General Conference of UNESCO.

As of , the programme involves some 1100 institutions in 130 countries.

Notable people

References

External links

• List of established UNESCO Chairs