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International Trends of Lifelong Learning in Higher Education: Research Report Year of publication: 2023 Corporate author: UNESCO Institute for Lifelong Learning (UIL) | Shanghai Open University Against the background of a global education crisis and a growing recognition of the importance of lifelong learning, the UNESCO Institute for Lifelong Learning (UIL) and the Shanghai Open University (SOU) conducted a comprehensive research project from 2020 to 2022 that included, among other components, an international survey on the contribution of higher education institutions to lifelong learning, the results of which are presented in this report. Based on the comprehensive sets of quantitative and qualitative data collected across all world regions, this research constitutes a major step forward in building an international knowledge base on the role of HEIs in establishing lifelong learning opportunities for all. 
Empowering Minds: A Round Table on Generative AI and Education in Asia-Pacific Year of publication: 2023 Corporate author: UNESCO Office Bangkok and Regional Bureau for Education in Asia and the Pacific The emergence of generative AI, a recent groundbreaking artificial intelligence (AI) technology capable of producing sophisticated content from text and images to simulations and audiovisuals, has become a transformative force across multiple sectors. Popular applications like OpenAI’s ChatGPT and Anthropic’s Claude are prime examples of the rapidly expanding range of generative AI tools that are having an impact in education across the Asia-Pacific. These tools offer unprecedented opportunities for enabling personalized learning experiences at scale and expanding access to high-quality learning resources. However, as generative AI increasingly reshapes classrooms, critical questions remain unanswered, such as:- How can generative AI be ethically and responsibly integrated into educational settings?- What policies and safeguards are needed to address issues like misinformation, algorithmic bias and threats to academic integrity?- What challenges do Asia-Pacific countries face in harnessing generative AI in education, given the region’s unique context?- What are the strategies for Asia-Pacific countries to take up opportunities offered by generative AI, while mitigating the risks? In response to these questions and emerging challenges in the region, the UNESCO Regional Office in Bangkok (UNESCO Bangkok), in collaboration with The Southeast Asian Ministers of Education Organization (SEAMEO), organized the regional experts meeting on 7-9 November 2023 in Bangkok, Thailand. This hybrid meeting, titled ‘Empowering Minds: A Round Table on Generative AI and Education in Asia-Pacific’, explored the implications of generative AI for teacher training and development. It served as an important platform to leverage opportunities and mitigate risks of generative AI in education across the Asia-Pacific region. 
Youth Involvement in Climate Issues in Kazakhstan and Tajikistan: Illusion or Reality? Year of publication: 2024 Author: Anisa Abibulloyeva, Mukhtar Amanbayuly Corporate author: Central Asian Bureau for Analytical Reporting (CABAR) Government agencies in Central Asian countries and international organizations that deal with environmental issues, especially climate change, do not sufficiently take into account the opinions of young environmentalists, according to young experts from Tajikistan and Kazakhstan, Anisa Abibulloyeva and Mukhtar Amanbayuly. 
Improving Mechanisms to Ensure the Achievement of Gender Equality in Uzbekistan Year of publication: 2024 Author: Отеев Уразбай | Каражанова Роза Corporate author: Наука и инновации This article examines the development of gender equality in Uzbekistan, highlights progress made to date, identifies current challenges, and outlines future paths toward building a more inclusive society. 
Thematic Alternative Report on the Implementation by the Republic of Tajikistan of the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women (CEDAW) in Relation to the Rights of Women Released from Places of Deprivation of Liberty Year of publication: 2024 Corporate author: Bureau for Human Rights and Rule of Law (BHR) | European Union (EU) | DVV International This alternative report focuses on the implementation by the Republic of Tajikistan of the UN Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW) in relation to the rights of women released from places of deprivation of liberty. The report contains information for the period from 2019 to 2023. 
Social and Psychological Determinants of Behavioral Changes in Girls and Women in STEM Education and STEM Employment Year of publication: 2023 Author: Victoria Alekseeva | Marietta Karamyan The objective of the research presented in the report is to examine the social and psychological determinants of behavioral change in girls and women in STEM professions to develop recommendations for engaging them in the professional field. 
Gender Equality Issues in Inclusive Education Year of publication: 2024 Author: Шахноза Тохтиярова Corporate author: Наука и ииновации This article explores the intersection of inclusive education and gender equality, addressing the vital need to consider gender aspects within inclusive educational frameworks. Examining the role of gender in an inclusive learning environment, the article delves into the impact of gender stereotypes on students with diverse needs and emphasizes the importance of teacher training in understanding and mitigating these stereotypes. It also highlights the significance of parental support and involvement in fostering a gender-inclusive educational atmosphere. 
ANALYSIS of the Rules for the Prevention of Bullying of a Child, Approved by Order No. 506 of the Minister of Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan dated December 21, 2022 Year of publication: 2022 Author: Шайдуллина Венера Камилевна Corporate author: Кадыр-касиет The focus of this document is to assess the potential effectiveness of the measures provided for by the Rules to counter child bullying. The analysis made it possible to formulate a number of practical recommendations for improving legislation in this area. 
Greening Education Partnership: Getting Every Learner Climate-Ready Year of publication: 2024 Corporate author: UNESCO Office Bangkok and Regional Bureau for Education in Asia and the Pacific The UN Secretary-General calls the climate crisis ‘a battle for our lives’, as we still struggle to transform our societies to reach the 1.5°C-degree path recommended by the Paris Agreement. Rapid and radical transformation at all levels and in many aspects of our life is required, with education as a central and powerful means to support the adaptation and strengthening of the resilience of learners and societies. It is also important to ensure that education systems become more resilient to climate change to create safe and climate-proof schools. Building off of the knowledge and practice accumulated in Education for Sustainable Development (ESD), a new Greening Education Partnership aims to deliver strong, coordinated and comprehensive action which will prepare every learner to acquire the knowledge, skills, values, and attitudes to tackle climate change and to promote sustainable development. 
2023 Asia-Pacific Training Workshop on EIU: Mentorship Programme Final Report Year of publication: 2023 Corporate author: APCEIU Asia-Pacific Training Workshop on EIU/GCED (APTW) is APCEIU's flagship Training of Trainers (TOT) programme for educators and teacher trainers in the Asia-Pacific region. Over the last 23 years, APCEIU benefitted more than 650 educators through the workshop. Especially, since 2021, the workshop has been carried out online training workshops, mentorship, and local project implementation to further support the participants to bring positive and sustainable changes in their local communities. In 2023, the 22nd APTW was virtually held from 30 May to 8 June with the theme of 'GCED as a Common Vision for Change.' 56 enthusiastic educators from 16 UNESCO member states in the Asia-Pacific region joined the programme. The workshop provided a venue to learn and discuss how GCED could contribute to transforming current education. This report summarizes 14 GCED projects implemented in the Asia-Pacific region by the 22nd APTW alumni who participated in the mentorship programme.