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Join us to learn more about Curriculum managerALE and how it aims to equip adult learning managers with practical competencies to lead effectively, adapt to diverse contexts, and strengthen institutions in alignment with local needs and global ALE standards.

PRESENTERS: Dr. Johann Heilmann, Regional director, southern africa

DATE: 16 April 2026

TIME: 14:00 -15:30 (SAST) / 12:00 – 13:30 (UTC)

In this webinar, two authors from Issue 3 explore how adult education strengthens livelihoods, builds communities of practice, and drives women’s empowerment and community development in Mali and South Africa.

Presenters:

• Ms SYLLA Fatoumata Cisse, National Director of Non Formal Education and National Languages
• Dr Kaylianne Aploon-Zokufa, lecturer, the University of the Western Cape

Date: 12 march 2026

Time: 14:00 -15:30 (SAST) / 12:00 – 13:30 (UTC)

Languages: English / french

(Times are CET)

On 18 February 2026, the UNESCO Institute for Lifelong Learning (UIL), together with Huawei, associate member of the Global Alliance for Literacy (GAL), will unveil a new global, multi-lingual course designed to strengthen the digital skills of literacy educators worldwide.

Literacy educators are at the heart of inclusive, equitable and high‑quality education. Their work empowers learners, supports communities and drives social transformation. Yet, despite their vital role, many continue to face persistent challenges: limited access to professional development, precarious working conditions, and insufficient policy recognition. The rapid pace of digital change and the COVID‑19 pandemic have intensified these pressures, underscoring the urgent need for digital, learner‑centred approaches to adult learning and education. In low-resource, remote or crisis‑affected settings, educators often lack continuous training opportunities, digital tools and strong professional support networks – barriers that hinder their ability to meet the evolving needs of their learners.

To help bridge these gaps, UIL, with the support of GAL and Huawei, has developed a free, open-access, multilingual course - available in English, French, Arabic and Spanish - and hosted on the UIL Learning Hub.

Grounded in UNESCO’s Recommendation on Adult Learning and Education (RALE), the Marrakech Framework for Action and the Digital Empowerment for Lifelong Learning and Transformative Andragogy (DELTA) framework, this new course offers a flexible learning pathway to advance the professionalisation of literacy educators and enhance the quality of literacy provision globally. Upon completion, participants will receive a certificate supporting their ongoing professional growth and recognition.

The global launch webinar will officially introduce the new course, explore the evolving role of literacy educators in digitally transforming learning environments, and highlight regional perspectives on capacity‑building priorities. It will also encourage governments, civil society organisations and regional networks to champion the use and contextual adaptation of the course.

Languages

Arabic, English, French and Spanish

Programme

13:30–13:40: Opening Remarks

Moderator: Ms Samah Shalaby, Programme Specialist, UIL

• Ms Isabell Kempf, Director, UIL
• N.N., Huawei (tbc)

13:40–14:35

Panel session: Empowering literacy educators in the digital age: Regional and national perspectives (3 rounds)

Moderator: Ms Madina Bolly, Senior Programme Specialist, UIL

Speakers:

• Mr John Edeh Onimisi, Director of Literacy and Development, National Mass Education Commission (NMEC), Nigeria
• Mr Lazare Golo, Directeur de l'Alphabétisation et de laPromotion des langues nationales, Ministère de l'Education nationale et de la Promotion Civique, Tchad
• Mr Rajiv Kumar Singh, Director (Academic), National Institute for Open Schooling, India
• Mr Batjargal Batkhuyag, Capacity Support and Advocacy Adviser (CSAA), ASPBAE – Asia South Pacific Association for Basic and Adult Education
• Mr Mauricio Velasco, Regional Project Coordinator, DVV International (Latin America)
• ANLCA Representative, Kingdom of Morocco (TBC)

Panel synthesis: Ms Rakhat Zholdoshalieva, Team Leader, UIL

14:35- 15:00: Course overview and launch

Ms Annapurna Ayyappan, Programme Specialist, UIL

Testimonial:

• Ms Blessing Anyikwa, Professor, Adult Basic Education, University of Lagos, Nigeria

Supported by HUAWEI

English / french

In this webinar, two authors from Issue 3 will reflect on their articles, exploring intergenerational learning and entrepreneurial pathways for older adults through experiences from Kenya and Botswana.

Presenters: Rebecca Lekoko and Salome Olesi Terah

Date: 12 February 2026

Time: 14:00 -15:30 (SAST) / 12:00 – 13:30 (UTC)

Join us for this webinar, where our MOJA Journal contributors will share insights on their articles: ‘Urban agriculture: A silent revolution’ and ‘From a quest for well-being to an entrepreneurial passion: My saffron learning journey’

• Presenters: Abdelhakim Zidi and Keltouma Adouane
• Date: 4 December 2025
• time: 14:00 -15:30 (SAST) / 12:00 – 13:30 (UTC)

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14 November:

'Launch of the Greening Communities Guidance: Lifelong Learning for Climate and Sustainability Action'

Greening communities starts with learning!

By 2050, nearly 70% of the world’s population will live in urban areas, many already facing climate threats like extreme heat, flooding, and storms. Rural communities are also on the front lines, dealing with disrupted seasons and damaged ecosystems. The goodnews? Lifelong learning can empower communities everywhere to take climate action and build resilience.

Join us on 14 November 2025 for the launch of the Greening Communities Guidance publication, created by UIL and the World Organization of the Scout Movement under the Greening Education Partnership.

Discover core principles for green communities, minimum requirements and practical steps, tools and resources to turn learning into action.

Date and time
14 November 2025, 13:00 to 14:15 (CET)

PROGRAMME and REGISTRATION

19 November:

TVET Teachers and Lifelong Learning

Teachers are at the heart of lifelong learning systems. They not only enable individuals to reach their full potential, but also adapt to the rapid transformations of society, economies and labour markets. For Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) teachers, this role is especially critical: by becoming lifelong learners and fostering lifelong learning capabilities, they prepare young people and adults alike to thrive in dynamic workplaces and to contribute to inclusive and sustainable societies.

To explore how policies and practices can support TVET teachers as both learners and facilitators of lifelong learning, join UIL and Shanghai Normal University for a webinar under the joint research project 'Teachers as Lifelong Learners'.

Date and time
19 November 2025, 13:00 to 14:00 (CET)

PROGRAMME and REGISTRATION

20 November:

The International Review of Education: 70 years of research in lifelong learning

The International Review of Education (IRE) is the longest-running journal of comparative education in the world. Founded in 1931 by Professor Friedrich Schneider of the University of Cologne, it has been published by UNESCO since 1955. In 2025, we mark 70 years of continuous publication.

IRE’s mission to foster understanding and cooperation in the field of education is more relevant than ever. It aims to publish the best new scholarship from around the world, while also influencing the development of policy and practice in the field of lifelong learning through evidence-based research.

Join us for this webinar as we celebrate the launch of the 70th anniversary special issue of the International Review of Education. This edition offers valuable insights into the evolution of lifelong learning and explores its significance for the future.

Date and Time
20 November 2025, 13:00 to 14:00 (CET)

PROGRAMME and REGISTRATION

Join the UNESCO Institute for Lifelong Learning’s webinar series, where policymakers, experts and practitioners share insights and strategies to make lifelong learning a reality.

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Theme: Financing Models for Literacy and Non-Formal Education in West Africa
Presenter: Ms. Eleonore Ouedraogo
Date: October 28, 2025
Time: 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM GMT (Mali and Togo Time)
Registration link: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/53IRrjpZRByIGMcMd4bmyw

You are warmly invited to the UNESCO Global Network of Learning Cities' Webinar: ‘Exploring learning through culture: Leveraging the arts to empower cities’ on 15 October 2025. This event is part of our global webinar series, ‘Unlocking the power of lifelong learning’, bringing together stakeholders from across the globe on the first and third Wednesday of every month.

This webinar will focus on culture and the arts as powerful vehicles for promoting lifelong learning in cities. Creative processes, whether they are related to the visual arts, music, dance or theatre, can foster new ways of thinking, personal growth and self-expression. These activities not only enhance cognitive abilities but also inspire individuals to see the world in a different way, encouraging innovative and outside-the-box thinking. Artistic interventions in urban spaces can transform city environments, offering opportunities to reconnect with local cultural heritage and forge stronger community bonds.

This webinar will delve into the potential of culture and artistic practices to shape urban learning experiences. Speakers will consider how cultural institutions and public art initiatives make culture-based learning accessible to diverse audiences. They will discuss strategies for integrating the arts into urban education policies. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of how cultural initiatives can be designed to enhance educational inclusion, engagement and empowerment across diverse communities.

Time
15 October 2025, 13:00 to 14:00 (CEST)