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The Intersection of gender equality and education in South-East Europe: a regional situation analysis of the Nexus between SDG4 (Quality Education) and SDG5 (Gender Equality) Year of publication: 2019 Corporate author: UNESCO Venice This report focuses on highlighting both progress and persistent challenges.It does so by analyzing the current situation of gender equality in education, including gender parity in participation, education quality, and outcomes, aswell as issues related to gender equality in which education plays an important role, suchas policies that disproportionately affect women, early and unintended pregnancy, child marriage, and human trafficking. It relies on the most recent available data from the UNESCO Institute of Statistics (UIS), as well as supplemental data including from UNICEF, UN Women, and theOrganization for Economic Cooperation and Development(OECD), to descriptively analyze the rates for females and males, considering also progress over the last decade, and to identify where progress in gender equality has been made and whereactions are needed to ensure gender equality in and through education. 
Research Report: A Comparative Study on Hybrid Learning in Schools Year of publication: 2024 Corporate author: UNESCO International Bureau of Education (IBE) During the COVID-19 lockdown, policymakers and educators faced an unprecedented challenge disrupting all levels of education. The initial optimism about replacing physical classes with virtual lessons diminished as complex interconnected issues emerged. To address the need for continuous and sustainable learning, school systems implemented variations of hybrid learning during the pandemic, seeking to integrate physical and virtual classes. These approaches prompted this comparative study led by UNESCO-IBE. The initial phase of this study involved collecting and analysing data on hybrid strategies from six countries. The research aimed to examine factors influencing hybrid learning implementation during the lockdown, with a subsequent focus on developing and validating a practical Hybrid Learning Framework for Schools. The cross-case analysis was designed not to rank or compare, but to understand and connect different scenarios and contexts. Phase I focuses on current hybrid learning practices and influencing factors, while Phases II and III will concentrate on using the information gathered to create and validate a Hybrid Learning Framework for Schools. Hybrid learning is not just a response to pandemics but also serves as a viable solution for other scenarios where full school attendance is difficult. Aligned with UNESCO-IBE’s overarching vision of a comprehensive, personalized, and democratized curriculum accessible to all, hybrid learning facilitates inclusive education across diverse regions, overcoming geographical and temporal limitations. The approach aims to unlock the unique potential of every learner, fostering a more flexible educational environment.Published in February 2024 by the UNESCO International Bureau of Education (IBE) with support from the European Union. 
Jeunesse et extrémisme violent: Atelier de réflexion du Système des Nations unies et ses partenaires au Maroc Year of publication: 2017 Corporate author: UNESCO Rabat | United Nations (Morocco) Le thème proposé pour cet atelier de réflexion concerne un phénomène d’une actualité prenante qui représente un défi majeur pour les gouvernements de la région du Maghreb, comme pour ceux des autres régions du monde. Il s’agit du phénomène que la communauté internationale appelle « Extrémisme violent » dont les premières victimes sont les jeunes. 
Children with Disabilities in Europe and Central Asia: A Statistical Overview of Their Well-Being Year of publication: 2023 Corporate author: United Nations (UN) This regional report provides critical evidence for decision-makers across countries to use in both policy and programming. In the context of the Global Disability Inclusion Strategy and Policy, UNICEF in Europe and Central Asia will use this valuable resource to embark on the next level of engagement to give all children with disabilities the opportunity to realize their rights on an equal basis with their peers. 
Final report of the roundtable: challenges of education for peace, intercultural and inter-religious dialogue in Georgia, Armenia and Azerbaijan Year of publication: 2007 Corporate author: Union Century 21 (Georgia) The Roundtable Meeting was organized in Tbilisi in June, (24 -27) 2007. The meeting gathered participants of the ToT course in all three countries of the Caucasus, which happened to be a sort of “première” given the region’s tensions. It was important to bring together teachers and social workers from 18 regions of Georgia as well as from the neighboring countries like Azerbaijan and Armenia ( a total amount of 40 persons (some travelled at their own expenses). Civil Society was thus well represented and will be involved in project realization with a multiplier effect once they get back to the regions or countries. The tentative programme of the meeting identifies common challenges in this field and setting up of common action plan in addressing them. This was possible with the notable participation of a facilitator and the openness of those who attended this workshop. They were also keen to draw attention to the authorities from their educational systems to implement these grassroots activities so as to attract attention not only on a regional level but on the international level too and inform international organizations about the outcomes as well as the further steps planned. 
Educating Against Hate Year of publication: 2016 Corporate author: United Kingdom. Department of Education, United Kingdom. Home Office As children grow and become more independent, it is not unusual for them to take risks, explore new things and push boundaries. This can mean that they are particularly vulnerable to extremist groups, who may claim to offer answers, as well as identity and a strong social network. And because they know young people are vulnerable, extremist groups often target them using the internet and social media to spread their ideology. The purpose of this website is to provide practical advice and support to help all individuals with an interest in keeping children safe from the dangers of extremism. 
Remembering the Tragic History of Slavery in America is About Real Reconciliation - Interview with Hannah Jones, New York Times Year of publication: 2022 Corporate author: United Nations (UN) This audio is a UN News interview with New York Times reporter Hannah Jones, looking back at the history of slavery in the United States and highlighting the need to reflect on this history in order to address social problems such as the issue of racism today. 
From IT Elite to Refugee in an Instant - a Young Ukrainian Man Describes His Experience of War Year of publication: 2022 Corporate author: United Nations (UN) This audio presents a young Ukrainian woman's own personal account of her experience of the conflict in Ukraine. 
Teaching approaches that help to build resilience to extremism among young people Year of publication: 2011 Corporate author: United Kingdom. Department of Education This is a summary for decision-makers – policy- makers, school leaders, teachers and other practitioners, such as youth and community workers – of the key ingredients of evidence-based teaching approaches and interventions that are effective in building resilience to extremism among young people. It also details support factors in schools and other education settings that maximize the benefits and impact of such interventions. 
[Video] Global Citizenship Education: Taking it Local! Year of publication: 2018 Corporate author: UNESCO | APCEIU Societies across the world have long lived according to principles that emphasize solidarity, dialogue and respect for diversity. It is from this rich well of practices that UNESCO’s Global Citizenship Education (GCED) programme draws inspiration -- to instill in learners the skills, values, attitudes and behaviors to ‘live together’ and help shape more peaceful, sustainable societies and world. GCED is not a new concept, but an aspiration long-held across the world.