Announcement of new UNESCO Learning Cities: Empowering Individuals, Transforming Societies

These cities have demonstrated exceptional commitment to fostering lifelong learning opportunities for all within their local communities.

Under the theme "Empowering Learners of All Ages: UNESCO Learning Cities Transform Lives," a virtual event will showcase the unveiling of these new member cities. Mayors from selected UNESCO learning cities will share their strategies for turning the right to education across all ages into reality.

Date 

14 February 2024, 12:30 to 14:00h CET

Registration

https://unesco-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_AGy4hWd4SGWv3PMcLGg3uQ

Draft programme

12:30h: Opening (video message)
Ms Stefania Giannini, UNESCO Assistant Director-General for Education 

12:35h: Announcing the new UNESCO Learning Cities
Ms Isabell Kempf, Director, UNESCO Institute for Lifelong Learning

12:45h: Panel 'Empowering Learners of All Ages: UNESCO Learning Cities Transform Lives'
Selected mayors of new UNESCO learning cities will share their inspirational lifelong learning strategies, programmes and activities.

Moderator: Raul Valdes Cotera, Team Leader, UNESCO Institute for Lifelong Learning

13:50h: Concluding remarks
Ms Isabell Kempf, Director, UNESCO Institute for Lifelong Learning

14:00h: Closing 

14:00 – 15:00h: Networking event for learning cities and interested stakeholders
 

About the Global Network of Learning Cities

The UNESCO Global Network of Learning Cities serves as a beacon of international cooperation, uniting cities that champion lifelong learning initiatives. With the addition of these new members, the network expands to encompass 356 cities worldwide. Together, these cities exchange inspiration, expertise, and best practices, forging a path towards a brighter, more inclusive future for all.