UIL Gender Talks
Lifelong learning is a powerful tool that can equip individuals with the skills and knowledge needed to foster societies which are inclusive of all genders. It has the potential to change people’s behaviours and mindsets, thereby laying the groundwork for gender equality across the globe.
Gender equality is not only a fundamental human right – it is also essential for allowing every individual to reach their full potential at home, at work and in public life, thereby promoting sustainable and prosperous development within their communities and on a global scale.
With Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 5, the United Nations specifies the importance of gender equality for achieving social, economic and environmental sustainability. It is also central to meeting the SDG 4 education targets and is widely acknowledged as indispensable for realizing the remaining 15 SDGs.
It is against this backdrop that the UNESCO Institute for Lifelong Learning (UIL), in collaboration with the 'Institut français Hamburg, will launch the 2024 series of Gender Talks on Thursday, 14 March 2024 (see further details below).
Utilizing a comprehensive and inclusive approach, this new series of UIL’s Gender Talks aims to explore the intergenerational transmission of gender ideologies and roles. It will serve as an open platform to disseminate knowledge, exchange insights and galvanize collective action towards cultivating a more gender-inclusive society through lifelong learning.
Join our talks!
Does AI have a gender? Inclusive learning in the age of AI
Thursday, 14 March 2024, 19:00–20:30h (CET)
In today’s rapidly evolving educational landscape, characterized by technological advancements and digital transformation, the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into learning environments presents both remarkable opportunities and considerable challenges. This talk aims to explore the relationship between AI and gender equality in lifelong learning. By examining the multifaceted impact of AI-driven learning, discussions will focus on the complexities surrounding potential algorithmic biases and their implications for learning settings. Speakers and participants will discuss possible actions to mitigate these biases and promote inclusivity within AI-powered learning experiences. Another focus of the talk will be on how AI can be harnessed to tailor learning experiences to individual needs, thereby fostering a more inclusive and equitable educational landscape.
Audio recording (floor language only - German and English)
Programme
Opening remarks:
- Ms Valérie Luebken, Consul General of France and Director of the Institut français Hamburg
Introduction and moderation:
- Ms Isabell Kempf, Director, UNESCO Institute for Lifelong Learning
Panel discussion:
- Ms Marina Tcharnetsky, Chief Business Development Officer, Artificial Intelligence Center Hamburg (ARIC)
- Ms Regina Schulz, Educator, Hamburg Institute for Teacher Education, and fellow of the Digital and Data Literacy in Teaching Lab (DDitLab) at the University of Hamburg
- Ms Sangeeta Mahapatra, Research Fellow at the GIGA Institute for Asian Studies
Q&A
Refreshments
Participation
The event is open to the public.
Language
German with English interpretation
Venue
French Institute in Hamburg
Heimhuder Straße 55
20148 Hamburg, Germany
Brushing off bias: The impact of art and creative learning on gender equality
Monday, 19 June 2024, 19:00–20:30h (CEST)
Art and creative learning can empower individuals to challenge societal norms and perceptions. Following the adoption of the UNESCO Framework for Culture and Arts Education in February 2024, this talk will explore how creative learning initiatives and artistic endeavours can serve as potent tools in addressing unconscious gender bias, challenging gender stereotypes, redefining gender roles and ultimately fostering gender-inclusive environments.
Programme and further details will be announced shortly.
EmpowerED for change: Paving the way for inclusive and gender-responsive sustainable development
Date tbd
Participants of this third Gender Talk will highlight the numerous skills and knowledge areas cultivated by gender-responsive education for sustainable development (ESD) initiatives. Discussions will also focus on the mechanisms of collaboration between cities, private-sector entities, and financial and educational institutions for crafting effective gender-inclusive climate education programmes.
Programme and further details will be announced shortly.
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