Based on the Jeonju Declaration on the Protection of ICH adopted by the first international intangible heritage decree in 2017,
The Jeonju International Awards for Promoting Intangible Cultural Heritage (JIAPICH)
aims to encourage the model safeguarding practices of ICH in the global community regardless of nationality ,
ethnicity, religion, race, age, gender, or any other political, social, economic or cultural orientation.
2026 JIAPICH Schedule
February 01, - April 30, 2026.
Eligibility Criteria
Groups or individuals in the safeguarding and promotion of ICH
Submission Period
February 1- April 30
Awarded Prize to the 2026 JIAPICH Finalist
The 2026 JIAPICH Plaque and $30,000 USD to be split among 2026 JIAPICH Finalists (up to 5 finalists)
Evaluation Criteria
- Involved in the safeguarding & promotion of ICH transmission activities
- Exemplary cases of ICH activities in the applicant’s domain
- Have shown the propensity to uplift and uphold ICH Stakeholders and communities
Important Dates
February 1 – April 30: 2026 JIAPICH Application Submission Period
May: Review and Public Verification Period
June 1: 2026 JIAPICH Finalist Announcement & Public Verification
September - October: The 2026 JIAPICH Ceremony (exact dates TBD)