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Eid Mubarak! As people around the world celebrate Eid al Fitr, may this special occasion bring peace, understanding and togetherness across cultures and communities.

We are inviting member cities of the UNESCO Global Network of #LearningCities to apply to host Seventh International Conference on Learning Cities (June 2027). 🌐 Theme: Learning Cities in the Age of AI - Towards Inclusive Digital Urban Futures 🔗 tinyurl.com/3366ac93

How can we ensure safe and inclusive digital spaces for learning? On #DigitalLearningDay, UNESCO, @UNICEF and ITU are launching the Charter for Public Digital Learning Platforms, a roadmap to help countries support public #education online and develop digital commons for learners. 🔗 unesco.org/en/days/digita…

On International Day for #DigitalLearning, we are pleased to spotlight the International Review of Education article: Digital marginalisation: “Everything, everywhere, all at once”: A study of digital transformation from a #LifelongLearning perspective. 🔗 link.springer.com/article/10.100…

Are you a #literacy educator looking to strengthen your digital skills? Or are you responsible for adult education in your country or city and want to empower literacy educators? Join our ℹ️sessions to learn more about our new course. 🔗 uil.unesco.org/en/literacy-ed… #DigitalLearning

How far have we come in making education accessible to all?📚 Join the launch of @UNESCO’s 2026 @GEMReport on 25 March, 10:00 AM (GMT+1). Discover how countries are advancing towards #SDG4 on #QualityEducation. bit.ly/2026gemreport #YourStoryCounts twitter.com/i/broadcasts/1…

Investing in education is a strategic economic choice. Minister @CaroitEleonore explains why stronger cooperation and more predictable, sustainable financing are essential to strengthen education systems and unlock growth, resilience and opportunity. ▶️ Watch the video. @Education2030UN @G7

How can cities protect #LifelongLearning when emergencies disrupt daily life? Join us today for the UNESCO #LearningCities webinar 'Cities in emergencies – Safeguarding lifelong learning'. 🗓 18 March 2026 l ⏰ 13:00–14:00 CET 🔗 uil.unesco.org/en/articles/un…

Applications open! Join our 2026 cohort for the capacity‑building programme 'Strengthening Lifelong Learning Systems'. Countries can benefit from tailored support, peer learning and policy dialogue to advance lifelong learning. 📅 20 March 2026 ℹ️ tinyurl.com/3nx7rze6

New blog post: Reading beyond numbers - #Literacy education and assessment in the Republic of Korea. The country is often celebrated for its strong education outcomes but insights show that the story of literacy is far more complex and far more human. 📖 tinyurl.com/4839ysn3

Join us on 1 April 2026 for the official launch of our report: Implementing Effective reskilling & upskilling learning programmes for older adults! Learn about key findings from country case studies & hear directly from experts. 📅 1 April, 13:00h CEST 🔗 tinyurl.com/yw8etyca

Education is one of the most powerful investments we can make in our future. By 2040, 900 million young people in sub-Saharan Africa will enter the labor market. Yet millions of children are still out of school or not learning. Working with @UNESCO, the @GPforEducation supports governments to strengthen education and equip young people with the skills they need to thrive. #GPE is currently working to mobilise $5 billion for education, helping countries transform learning opportunities for the next generation. globalpartnership.org #FundEducation #MultiplyPossibility

Investing in education means investing in our collective future. From foundational learning to digital skills, Ministers explain how cooperation through @UNESCO helps countries turn knowledge into policies, share solutions & strengthen education for all. ▶️ Watch to learn more!

How can cities protect #LifelongLearning when emergencies disrupt daily life? Join us on 18 March 2026 for the next UNESCO #LearningCities webinar, 'Cities in emergencies – Safeguarding lifelong learning'. 🗓 18 March 2026 l ⏰ 13:00–14:00 CET 🔗 uil.unesco.org/en/articles/un…

We are recruiting 4 expert consultants for #GRALE6! Contribute to thematic chapters on: 1️⃣ Digitalization 2️⃣ Climate change 3️⃣ Economic & labour shifts 4️⃣ Adult learning and #education in conflict contexts Help shape the future of #adultlearning! 🔗 uil.unesco.org/en/unesco/vaca…

Join us for our webinar '#LifelongLearning -Foundations, Conceptual Framework and Reference Frameworks', co-hosted with the African Foundation for Lifelong Learning. 📅 10 March 2026, 11:00–12:30 CET 📌 Zoom: lnkd.in/d6rpkaE4 (Meeting ID: 870 6935 5801, Passcode: 296357)

En Argentina, Tafí Viejo, miembro de la Red Mundial de Ciudades del Aprendizaje de la UNESCO, comparte su experiencia fortaleciendo espacios seguros, comunitarios y formativos para garantizar derechos. 🔗 uil.unesco.org/es/learning-ci… #IWD2026

Great exchange between UIL Director Isabell Kempf & partners in the UNESCO Learning City of Girona on how #LifelongLearning drives local development. Discussions covered literacy, gender equality and Girona’s role in the Global Network. Looking forward to deeper cooperation!

📢 Appel à candidatures ouvert ! Rejoignez la cohorte 2026 du programme de renforcement des capacités « Renforcer les systèmes d’apprentissage tout au long de la vie » ! 📅 Date limite : 20 mars 2026 👉 Soumettre la candidature ici : tinyurl.com/4nzrux4n

En el #DíaInternacionalDeLaMujer celebramos a Escazú, Ciudad del Aprendizaje de la UNESCO, donde 700 mujeres han fortalecido su liderazgo a través de la Escuela Municipal de Liderazgo Femenino, construyendo comunidades más justas y resilientes. 💜 #IWD2026 #ForAllWomenAndGirls