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5th UNESCO Forum on Transformative Education for Sustainable Development, Global Citizenship, Health and Well-being (Strand 2 & Special Session) Year of publication: 2021 Author: Miho Taguma | Leanne Riley | Valeria Damiani | Nandini Chatterjee | Valerie Shapiro | Pablo Pincheira | Nicolas Jonas | Denis Barrett | Doug McCall | Antoine Marivin | Cheoljin Yang | Sunkyung Lee Corporate author: UNESCO | APCEIU Strand 2 – What does progress in transformative education look like – a look at recent global and regional data Plenary session 2Building upon Strand 1, this session examined transformative education through the lens of regional and global comparative data in relation to SDG Target 4.7. The discussion identified the progress made, and remaining gaps in existing monitoring and assessment frameworks.Moderator: Mr Sobhi Tawil, Director, Future of Learning and Innovation, UNESCOMs Miho Taguma, Senior Policy Analyst on OECD Learning Compass 2030 and SDG 4.7Ms Leanne Riley, Unit Head, Surveillance, Monitoring and Reporting, Department of Noncommunicable Diseases (NCDs), World Health OrganizationMs Valeria Damiani, Associate Professor, La Libera Università Maria SS. Assunta (LUMSA) University, ItalyMr Carlos Henríquez Calderon, Coordinator of the Latin American Laboratory for Assessment of the Quality Education (LLECE), Regional Bureau for Education in Latin America and the Caribbean (OREALC), UNESCO Santiago Office Concurrent sessions 2The concurrent sessions engaged in an in-depth discussion on three selected major gaps in transformative education, identified opportunities and made suggestions on the way forward. Session 2.1 – How to address social and emotional dimensions of learning in assessment?The increasing integration of social and emotional learning (SEL) into curricula has raised questions regarding feedback and assessment. Drawing on research, policy and practice, this session examined possibilities and gaps in SEL.Moderator: Ms Cecilia Barbieri, Chief, Section of Education for Global Citizenship & Peace, UNESCOMs Nandini Chatterjee, Senior National Project Officer, UNESCO Mahatma Gandhi Institute of Education for Peace and Sustainable Development (MGIEP)Ms Valerie Shapiro, Associate Professor, University of California Berkeley, USAMr Pablo Pincheira, Training Director, Forja Chile, Chile Session 2.2 – Making adult learning and education visible within lifelong learning: strengthening non-formal education for individual, social and system level transformationThis session presented local initiatives that have embedded ESD and GCED into lifelong learning systems through policy/strategy development and project implementation, as well as progress made in building learning cities. Moderator: Mr Jose Roberto Guevara, President, International Council for Adult EducationSpeakers:Mr Nicolas Jonas, Programme Specialist, UNESCO Institute for Lifelong Learning (UIL)Ms Mo Winnie Wang, Programme Specialist, UNESCO Institute for Lifelong Learning (UIL)Mr Denis Barrett, Coordinator of Cork Learning City, Ireland Session 2.3 – What do we need to monitor/measure/assess in transformative education - gaps and opportunities?The session focused on promising practices and remaining gaps in capturing the transformation of individuals, societies and education. The key question addressed was how quality teaching and learning can be guided based on the evidence available.Moderator: Dr Marcia McKenzie, Director, MEECE Project and SEPN, and Professor, the University of Melbourne, AustraliaMr Doug McCall, Executive Director, International School Health NetworkMr Antoine Marivin, Project Manager, UNICEF-East Asia and Pacific Regional Office (EAPRO)Dr Julia Kim, Programme Director, the Gross National Happiness Centre, Bhutan Special Session by the Host Country (Plenary) – Experiences from the Republic of Korea and Beyond: Progress, Challenges and New VisionsThe Special Session discussed the Korean experience on SDG Target 4.7, at the domestic and international level. Good practices, emerging trends and lessons learnt were shared, suggesting key agendas, challenges, and visions towards 2030 and transformative education.Moderator: Mr Soon-yong Pak, Professor, Yonsei University, Republic of KoreaSpeakers:Mr Hwanbo Park, Professor, Chungnam University, Republic of KoreaMr Cheol-Jin Yang, Teacher at Songwoo Middle School & Co-Founder/Director of Neuroo, Republic of KoreaDiscussants:Ms Sun-Kyung Lee, Professor, Cheongju National University of Education, Republic of KoreaMr Aaron Benavot, Professor, University of Albany, USA Links to Strand 1 / Strand 3 / Strand 4 
How Can People With Disabilities Find Employment in Uzbekistan? Year of publication: 2023 Author: Abror Kurbanmuratov As in most other Central Asian countries, it is difficult for people with disabilities in Uzbekistan to survive. In addition to problems with health and social adaptation, it is difficult for them to find employment and feel themselves needed by society. Despite the adopted state laws and support programs, most cities and districts lack mechanisms for their implementation, as well as adapted infrastructure, accessible environment and employment system. Как трудоустроиться людям с инвалидностью в Узбекистане? Year of publication: 2023 Author: Abror Kurbanmuratov Как и в большинстве других стран Центральной Азии, людям с инвалидностью в Узбекистане выживать сложно. Помимо проблем со здоровьем, социальной адаптацией, им трудно трудоустроиться, почувствовать себя нужными обществу гражданами. Несмотря на принятые государственные законы и программы поддержки, в большинстве городов и районов отсутствуют механизмы их реализации, как и адаптированная инфраструктура, доступная среда и система трудоустройства. 
ПЕРЕОСМЫСЛИМ НАШЕ БУДУЩЕЕ Year of publication: 2021 Corporate author: International Commission on the Futures of Education | UNESCO Наше человечество, наша планета находятся в опасности, пандемия лишь подтвердила нашу хрупкость и взаимозависимость, чтобы изменить ход вещей и переосмыслить наше будущее, необходимы неотложные совместные действия; в этом докладе Международной комиссии по перспективам образования подтверждается способность образования к осуществлению коренных изменений. Перед нами стоит двойная задача – выполнить невыполненное обещание обеспечить право на качественное образование для каждого ребёнка, молодого человека и взрослого и полностью реализовать преобразующий потенциал образования, способного проложить путь к устойчивому коллективному будущему. Для этого нам нужен новый общественный договор в области образования, который сможет устранять проявления несправедливости, преобразуя будущее.Этот новый общественный договор должен основываться на принципах прав человека, недопущения дискриминации, социальной справедливости, уважения жизни, человеческого достоинства и культурного разнообразия. Он должен включать в себя этику заботы о людях, взаимности и солидарности. Он должен укреплять позиции образования как общественного дела и общего блага.Этот доклад, который готовился два года на основе глобального процесса консультаций с участием миллиона человек, предлагает правительствам, учреждениям, организациям и гражданам всего мира разработать новый общественный договор в области образования, который поможет нам построить мирное, справедливое и устойчивое будущее, отвечающее всеобщим интересам.Представленные здесь концепции, принципы и предложения являются лишь отправной точкой. Их воплощение в практику в конкретных условиях – это коллективная работа. Уже есть много положительных моментов, и в настоящем докладе предпринята попытка их отразить и развить. Это не инструкция и не план, а начало жизненно важного разговора. 
World Heritage: Testimonies to Our Humanity Year of publication: 2022 Corporate author: UNESCO The Convention for the Protection of the Cultural and Natural Heritage is an international agreement based on the principle that some places on Earth embody outstanding universal value that should be part of the shared heritage of humankind. UNESCO recognizes cultural and natural sites of outstanding universal value, and protects them for the benefit of all. As a basis for mutual understanding and dialogue, the responsibility for protecting our shared heritage requires cooperation among all States Parties as well as civil society, local communities and the private sector. The idea of reconciling the conservation of cultural sites with that of natural sites originated in the United States of America. A White House conference in Washington, D.C., in 1965 called for the creation of a “World Heritage Foundation” that would stimulate international cooperation to protect “the most extraordinary places, landscapes, and historic sites for the present and future of all mankind.” In 1968, the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) made similar proposals to its members. These proposals were presented at the United Nations Conference on the Human Environment in Stockholm in 1972. Eventually, all parties concerned agreed on a single text. The Convention concerning the Protection of the World Cultural and Natural Heritage was adopted by the General Conference of UNESCO on 16 November 1972. In recognizing both cultural and natural aspects of heritage, the Convention reminds us of the interaction between human beings and nature and the fundamental need to preserve the balance between the two. 
UNESCO Guidance for the World Heritage ‘No-Go’ Commitment: Global Standards for Corporate Sustainability Year of publication: 2022 Corporate author: UNESCO UNESCO World Heritage properties are cultural, natural and mixed sites of outstanding universal value (OUV) that exemplify some of humanity’s most exceptional heritage and treasures on our planet. They cover over a thousand properties in all regions of the world and it is the duty of the international community as a whole to cooperate on their protection. UNESCO World Heritage sites provide major benefits to our society and help safeguard ecosystem services and cultural resources vital for human well-being. Yet the threats to UNESCO World Heritage sites have been rising steadily for decades, including those arising from harmful industrial and infrastructure projects, extractive activities such as mining, oil and gas and large hydropower projects, among others. In view of these significant threats, several leading companies and financial institutions have committed to protect World Heritage by respecting them as ‘no-go’ areas. UNESCO World Heritage sites are protected under international law as humanity’s legacy to future generations and, as such, merit particular attention in corporate policies and business conduct. However, there is wide variation in the nature and strength of sustainability policies and due diligence processes. This guidance was developed to assist companies to develop comprehensive strategies for World Heritage as part of their efforts to measure and manage environmental, social and governance risks. Orientations de l’UNESCO relatives à l’engagement de respecter les sites du patrimoine mondial en tant que zones d’exclusion : recommandations mondiales pour le développement durable des entreprises Year of publication: 2022 Corporate author: Organisation des Nations Unies pour l'éducation, la science et la culture (UNESCO) Les biens du patrimoine mondial de l’UNESCO sont des sites culturels, naturels et mixtes d’une valeur universelle exceptionnelle (VUE) qui sont représentatifs du patrimoine et des trésors les plus exceptionnels de l’humanité sur notre planète. Ils recouvrent plus d’un millier de biens dans toutes les régions du monde et il incombe à la communauté internationale toute entière de coopérer pour en assurer la protection. Les sites du patrimoine mondial de l’UNESCO apportent de nombreux bénéfices à notre société et aident à préserver les services écosystémiques et les ressources culturelles indispensables au bien-être humain. Pourtant, les menaces qui pèsent sur les sites du patrimoine mondial de l’UNESCO n’ont cessé d’augmenter depuis des décennies, notamment celles qui découlent de projets industriels et d’infrastructures néfastes, d’activités extractives telles que l’exploitation minière, pétrolière et gazière, et de grands projets hydroélectriques, entre autres. Au vu de ces menaces importantes, plusieurs grandes entreprises et institutions financières se sont engagées à protéger le patrimoine mondial en respectant le principe de zones d’exclusion (« no-go areas »). Les sites du patrimoine mondial de l’UNESCO sont protégés par le droit international en tant que legs de l’humanité aux générations futures et, à ce titre, ils méritent qu’une attention particulière leur soit octroyée par les entreprises dans leurs politiques et leur conduite. Cependant, la nature et le poids des politiques de durabilité et des procédures de diligence raisonnable varient considérablement. Les présentes orientations ont été conçues pour aider les entreprises à élaborer des stratégies globales relatives au patrimoine mondial dans le cadre de leurs efforts pour mesurer et gérer les risques environnementaux, sociaux et de gouvernance. 教科文组织 世界遗产 “禁入”承诺指南: 企业可持续性全球标准 Year of publication: 2022 Corporate author: UNESCO 教科文组织世界遗产地是具有突出普遍价值的文化、自然和混合遗产地，体现出人类在地球上最杰出的一些遗产和珍宝。它们涵盖世界各个地区的一千多处遗产，整个国际社会都有责任合作保护这些遗产。世界遗产地给我们的社会带来了巨大惠益，有助于保护对人类福祉至关重要的生态系统服务和文化资源。 然而，几十年来，世界遗产面临的威胁逐渐增加，包括有害的工业和基础设施项目、采矿和油气开采等采掘活动以及大型水电项目等造成的威胁。鉴于这些重大威胁，一些龙头企业和金融机构已承诺保护世界遗产，将其作为“禁入”区域加以尊重。 世界遗产地作为人类留给后代的遗产，受到国际法律保护，因此在企业政策和商业行为中值得特别关注。然而，在可持续性政策和尽职调查程序的性质和力度方面存在着很大差异。制定本指南，旨在协助企业制定全面的世界遗产战略，作为衡量和管理环境、社会和治理风险工作的一部分。 
Managing Transnational UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Africa Year of publication: 2023 Author: Dodé Houehounha | Edmond Moukala Corporate author: UNESCO Transnational UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Africa – Cooperation is the Key to Success Transnational UNESCO World Heritage sites are the ultimate manifestation of international cooperation − an enriching experience of interculturalism and dialogue between peoples. They offer a unique opportunity to explore and exchange effective and sustainable solutions to contemporary issues, such as climate change, migration, integration, confict and many others. For the frst time, this publication presents the most up-to-date and comprehensive work concerning Transnational UNESCO World Heritage sites in Africa, refecting the interdisciplinary and forward-looking approaches that have dominated research and conservation methodologies in recent decades. The diverse articles and case studies shine a light on how transnational management of properties in Africa provides a crosscutting and sustainable response to contemporary issues related to heritage and associated communities. It also explores the variety of challenges and opportunities related to the management of these sites and highlights best practices that have been implemented. This publication, together with UNESCO, calls on all States Parties to the World Heritage Convention, concerned international and regional organizations, and all relevant stakeholders to support efforts to protect and promote Africa’s rich cultural and natural heritage. It is through concerted action and joint activities that the recommendations from this publication can be implemented and thereby help preserve these properties for future generations. 
Good Practices in South-South and Triangular Cooperation: Transforming Education and Delivering on SDG 4 Year of publication: 2023 Corporate author: UNESCO | United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) | UN. Office for South-South Cooperation (UNOSSC) Quality Education: South-South cooperation as a lever for action. This publication showcases 40 innovative solutions on how South-South and Triangular Cooperation can transform education.South-South and triangular cooperation is at the heart of SDG4 implementation on Quality Education. As demonstrated in the last few years, this kind of cooperation can mobilize action, ambition, solidarity and solutions to transform education in a rapidly changing world. From the inclusive approach to digital learning in Lao People’s Democratic Republic to distance learning and teacher training strategies in Caribbean SIDS, South-South cooperation is a key modality of cooperation for transforming education and supporting internationally agreed development goals, including the 2030 Agenda. This publication showcases 40 innovative solutions on how South-South and Triangular Cooperation can transform education.This publication presents forty innovative solutions from around the world which showcase how South-South and triangular cooperation can support the development of more efficient, equitable and resilient education systems that are adapted to the challenges of the 21st century. Countries of the South, with the support of partners, must enhance South-South and triangular cooperation to exchange resources, technology, skills and knowledge to realize the promise of making inclusive, quality education available to all.