Nominations for the new ICAE Executive Committee – GA 2023

Here are the nominations for the ICAE Executive Committee in the framework of the General Assembly 2023. – Positions up for Election: The ICAE Constitution provides for the following positions of the ICAE Executive Committee to be elected by the ICAE General Assembly: – Nominating Organisations were asked to provide a brief justification and rationale for …

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SDG Summit Side Event “Skilling, Upskilling, and Reskilling for a Resilient Workforce”

ICAE together with ASPBAE and the UNESCO Institute for Lifelong Learning (UIL) are co-organizing a Side Event with the Government of the Republic of Indonesia during the SDG Action Weekend, in the framwork of the SDG Summit, taking place on 18-19 September 2023 in New York. Date: Sunday, 17 September 2023 Time: 11:45-13:15 EST (New …

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Joint Declaration for International Literacy Day adopted by Latin American Regional Networks.

We are thrilled to share this declaration on Literacy and Education with you. The Latin American Regional Networks have come together to reaffirm their commitment to literacy, recognizing its vital role in personal empowerment and societal development. In celebration of International Literacy Day, this declaration is available in both Spanish and Portuguese versions, catering to …

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PIMA Climate Justice Education Teach-In Series

INVITATION TO A TWO-PART TEACH-IN Towards a pluriverse of possibilities: unlearning separation, re-learning relationality The world as we know it is not sustainable. To change these realities, we need to dig deep to the very roots of Western thinking – this is a big story of alternative worldmaking at every level. This includes how we …

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Making the case for adult learning and twin transition

Exploring the Roles of Adult Learning in the Process of Twin Transition How can adult learning support the twin process of green and digital transition? During a three-day training based on principles of co-design, participants will look at the possible roles of adult learning in the process of twin transition in their contexts, and will …

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Unmasking Transformative Education: A Critical Journey towards SDG 4 – EASG Side event at the HLPF 2023

In an era where the achievement of Sustainable Development Goal 4, Quality Education, remains a pressing challenge, it is crucial to critically examine the concept of transformative education beyond the conventional rhetoric. EASG invites to this immersive event, “Unveiling Transformative Education: A Critical Exploration for Advancing SDG 4,” where we will delve deep into the …

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Preliminary Programme ICAE 11th World Assembly 2023

The 11th ICAE World Assembly will take place in Bali (Indonesia) from November 27th to December 1st (co-hosted by ASPBAE). While the agenda is already comprehensive, we remain open to considering any additional items you may wish to propose. Please don’t hesitate to let us know if there is something important missing. Here is the …

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Double Degree Master Program Management of Educational Services, Adult and Continuing Education

In October 2023 a Double Degree Master Program Management of Educational Services, Adult and Continuing Education will start. Together with the University of Padua, the Double Degree Master Program has been developed, offering students the opportunity to study in Würzburg and in Padua and to obtain a double degree.  For more information about the Double Degree, we …

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From Policy to Practice: Innovative Professional Development for Basic Skills Teachers through MOOCs

In today’s fast-paced world, the need for continuous learning among adults is more important than ever, particularly during times of crisis. This is a sentiment that the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) emphasised already 50 years ago, highlighting in their report ’Recurrent Education: A Strategy for Lifelong Learning (1973)’. Today, the OECD, in …

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Nordic meeting of ALE representatives

There were representatives from six countries (Finland, Norway, Denmark, Iceland, Estonia and Sweden). There had been no meeting since before the pandemic, and we were updated on the situation for folkbildning  or popular adult education in each country. On the second day global issues were on the agenda. Gustav Fridolin and Lauri Tuomi gave the latest news …

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