Author: Sara Maneiro
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Youth-informed policy papers on global goals released
A series of 5 white papers on SDG 1 (No Poverty), SDG 13 (Climate Action), SDG 16 (Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions), and SDG 17 (Partnerships for the ... -
Seminar on quality and educational innovation at the Enrique Guzmán y Valle National University of Education
On 3 October, in activities prior to the celebration of World Teachers' Day, the work of UNE teachers was recognised by awarding prizes to those who ... -
Teachers’ quality in higher education: A global challenge
At the UNESCO International Institute for Higher Education we commemorate World Teachers' Day reminding the crucial role educators play in shaping the global future. -
New course for the recognition of Venezuelan academic degrees and diplomas
The asynchronous 12-hour course is aimed at education professionals, academic advisors, immigration and/or foreign qualification recognition officials, and anyone interested in understanding and facilitating the recognition ... -
Call for papers for the ESS Journal’s edition on academic freedom extended
Articles encouraging discussion and analysis of the processes, risks and implications threatening academic freedom will be accepted until 18 October. -
How can higher education plans better measure policy success?
UNESCO IESALC’s latest policy brief reveals how comprehensive indicators can drive accountability and success in higher education. -
Launch of policy insight on the recognition of foreign higher education qualifications
The document was presented at a webinar on 2 October with the participation of a panel with presidents of regional convention committees. -
Advancing SDG 17: youth-led partnerships and innovations for sustainable development
In the framework of the United Nations Summit of the Future, UNESCO IESALC launches a series of youth-led papers on the SDGs. The fifth one emphasizes ... -
Youth-led innovations for climate justice: connecting local and global solutions
In the framework of the United Nations Future Summit, UNESCO IESALC launches a series of youth-led papers on the SDGs, the third on SDG 13 linked ... -
Youth-led solutions for inclusive and resilient food systems
In the framework of the United Nations Summit of the Future, UNESCO IESALC launches a series of youth-led papers on the SDGs, the second one on ... -
Youth-led innovations for SDG 1: shaping inclusive solutions to end poverty
In the framework of the United Nations Summit of the Future, UNESCO IESALC launches a series of youth-led papers on the SDGs, the first one on ... -
Webinar: Academic freedom. Risks and threats
On 12 September, a panel of experts will reflect on the topic, as part of the call for papers for the new thematic dossier of the ... -
Contributions of Afro-descendants to the democratisation of higher education
To commemorate the International Day for People of African Descent, these reflections highlight the contributions of the struggles to recover and value the knowledge and epistemic ... -
Diploma Supplement, a milestone for Uruguayan higher education
It is a voluntary document that accompanies diplomas and contains standardised information on their characteristics. Its implementation will facilitate access to the labour market for new ... -
Higher education as a space for valuing cultural diversity
In the framework of the celebration of the International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples, and as a contribution to achieving the objectives of the International ... -
Carbon neutral university campuses: an imperative for accelerating climate action
In a world where time is a limited resource in the face of the climate crisis, the transformation of universities towards carbon neutrality can wait no ... -
Francesc Pedró: “The configuration of the teaching career itself does not sufficiently consider, beyond its seniority, the excellence of the teaching staff”
The director at UNESCO IESALC shares his vision about the current state of the profession in the region and about the need for teacher training centres ... -
Understanding governments regulations in higher education
Have you ever wondered whether countries have adopted laws to regulate higher education? And whether these laws are specific to the sector or embedded in broader ... -
Exploring global data on national scholarship programs for higher education students
Are you curious to know which countries have established national scholarship programs for higher education students? UNESCO IESALC is publishing a new Policy Insight synthesizing this ... -
CRES+5 Declaration: commitment to democratisation and universalisation of higher education as an engine of development
The follow-up meeting to the III Regional Conference on Higher Education had approximately 1,200 attendees and commitments were made for CRES 2028 -
ECOSOC 2024 will focus on strengthening the 2030 Agenda and eradicating poverty
From 16-18 April, the United Nations Economic and Social Council’s Youth Forum 2024 will address five SDGs: no poverty (SDG 1), zero hunger (SDG 2), climate ...
