Muscat: The International Childhood Conference and Exhibition, held under the theme “Prospects of Rehabilitation and Empowerment in the Care of Children with Disabilities in Light of Emerging Technologies,” continues to shed light on national efforts to promote awareness of childhood issues and address the challenges faced by children with disabilities, while encouraging their inclusion in society. The event features in-depth discussions on children’s rights, social integration, and supportive policies for families and caregivers. Experts are also exploring how modern technologies and innovations can enhance rehabilitation and empowerment, enabling children with disabilities to lead more independent and confident lives. The programme includes scientific sessions, panel discussions, and workshops featuring academics, researchers, and professionals from Oman and abroad. Key participants include representatives from Unicef, the Ministry of Social Development, Ministry of Education, Ministry of Health, Sultan Qaboos University, and the National Human Rights Commission. The exhibition showcases both local and international organisations offering educational, healthcare, and rehabilitation solutions. It also features interactive activities, training sessions, and stage performances designed to engage young audiences. Participants such as Nada al Alawi, Director of the Omani Centre for Rehabilitation and Care, and Asaad bin Khamis al Yarubi, CEO of Wisam Al Wadi Events Management, praised the conference for its success and positive impact. Dr. Zuhoor al Saleh, Principal at National Nursery Montessori, lauded the event for uniting institutions that serve children and expressed optimism for broader participation and more expert-led discussions in future editions. #OmanNews #ChildhoodConference #Inclusion #Empowerment #EmergingTech #DisabilitySupport #SocialImpact #EducationInnovation #OmanDevelopment #HumanRights

BREAKINGNEWS: First Lady Oluremi Tinubu Secures Qatar Foundation’s Backing to Educate 15 Million Out-of-School Nigerian Children 🇳🇬🇶🇦 In a major breakthrough for Nigeria’s education sector, the First Lady, Her Excellency Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has secured the active partnership of the Qatar Foundation to support the Federal Government’s efforts in educating Almajiri and over 15 million out-of-school children across the country. During her meeting with the Founder and Chairperson of the Qatar Foundation, Her Highness Sheikha Moza Bint Nasser Al-Missned, in Doha, the Foundation pledged full collaboration with Nigeria’s Ministry of Education to implement a transformative schooling model. The new model will integrate both Islamic and formal education, providing safe, well-equipped environments featuring boarding facilities, mosques, and skill acquisition centres. Sheikha Moza further assured that the Qatar Foundation would assist in training teachers and handlers for the new schools, ensuring quality education delivery and sustainability of the initiative. This partnership marks a historic step toward ending the out-of-school crisis and empowering millions of Nigerian children with knowledge and skills for a brighter future. #OpeningMonologue #DiasporaNews #News #Nigeria #Qatar

The #LEADESD program is a regional capacity-building initiative coordinated by UNESCO and UNICEF implemented by the @KenyattaUni to address these challenges through the education system. It aims to transform teacher education and TVET systems across Eastern Africa.

Mohamed bin Zayed Foundation for Humanity announces 11 million dollar grant to expand Special Olympics inclusive education efforts The Mohamed bin Zayed Foundation for Humanity is committing 11 million dollars to the Special Olympics Global Centre for Inclusion in Education in Abu Dhabi. This support will expand the Unified Champion Schools initiative to 10 new countries, empowering youth with and without intellectual disabilities through inclusive education. This grant also supports the creation of a global training platform for over 6000 educators, while expanding the Corps of Inclusive Educators to deepen impact and lasting change in school communities worldwide. This investment reflects the UAE's ongoing leadership in promoting inclusive and equitable opportunities for all students globally. #InclusionMatters #EducationForAll #UAEinitiatives Read the full article at: WWW.SPORTSANDGULF.AE

UNESCO, in collaboration with the Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce & Industry and the Rotary Association, organized a workshop that brought together key stakeholders from different sectors to address one of Pakistan’s most pressing challenges the large number of out-of-school children. The focus of the workshop was to develop a comprehensive roadmap to provide access to basic education and essential skills to 6 million children in Sindh who are currently out of school. This initiative reflects a collective commitment to ensuring that every child has the opportunity to learn, grow, and contribute meaningfully to the future of the country. At Khan Academy Pakistan, we support efforts and partnerships that align with our mission of making world-class education freely available for everyone, everywhere. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eS5wQTSh #Khanmigo #AIinEducation #KhanAcademyPakistan

The Libyan Ministry of Education, in collaboration with the British Council Council, has launched a joint initiative to train and enhance the skills of English-language teachers in Libya’s public schools. With support from the General Centre for Training and Education Development, the first phase of the program has successfully reached more than 200 teachers. This partnership represents a promising step forward for Libya’s education system. https://lnkd.in/dHguu6du

In Djibouti, the education system is undergoing a transition toward full inclusion for children with disabilities.   While national policies and laws recognize their right to education, implementation challenges remain – from teacher training and infrastructure to adapted learning materials and perceptions of inclusion.   Through the #LearningisForEveryone (LiFE) research, implemented by UNICEF, Ministry of National Education and Vocational Training (MENFOP), and the National Agency for Persons with Disabilities (ANPH), we identified four key areas to accelerate progress:   ✅ Strengthening awareness and understanding of inclusive education 👩🏫 Building teacher capacity in inclusive pedagogy 📊 Enhancing education data systems 🤝 Mobilizing staff in special schools to support mainstream classrooms   Together, these efforts can help Djibouti move toward a progressive, system-wide shift to inclusive education, ensuring every child learns and thrives.   👉 Read the English and French report here: https://lnkd.in/dGcErt9z.   Stefania Vindrola Paseta, Thomas Godfrey-Faussett, Ghalia Ghawi, Thomas Dreesen, Linda Jones, Sayaka Usui, Mohamed ABDALLAH MAHYOUB, Loula Ali Elabe, Mohamed Meraneh   UNICEF Djibouti, MENFOP, Agence Nationale des Personnes Handicapées, UNICEF Middle East and North Africa #InclusiveEducation #LearningisForEveryone #Education #EducationResearch #SystemsStrengthening #ForEveryChild

✨ Proud to share a new report that I had the opportunity to work on. It explores how we can make the education system in Djibouti more inclusive for children with disabilities, through a pathway of short-, medium-, and long-term actions. From immediate improvements in accessibility to systemic reforms, the report offers practical steps for change. If you're working in education, policy or inclusion in similar contexts, I hope this sparks some ideas. Read the report here in English and French: https://lnkd.in/dGcErt9z Thomas Godfrey-Faussett Ghalia Ghawi

👶 Every child counts and has the right to education and learning. Let’s leave no child behind, particularly children with disabilities. 🎯 System wide-shift toward Inclusive education and pedagogy, empowering teachers, improving data 👉 UNICEF Djibouti, UNICEF Innocenti, MENFOP, Agence Nationale des Personnes Handicapées jointly published the report: Education Without Barriers, Improving access to education for children with disabilities in Djibouti https://lnkd.in/dGcErt9z

🎓🍎On #TeachersDay, we spotlight UNICEF Lebanon’s #evaluation of the Teacher Training Curriculum Model. The findings are clear: investing in teachers transforms leads to more confident teaching, engaged students, and stronger alignment with national curriculum goals. The #evaluation recommends: 🔹 Strengthening mentorship and peer learning 🔹 Expanding inclusive education modules 🔹 Sustaining support systems for teachers beyond initial training Let’s honor teachers! 🔗 Explore the full evaluation: https://lnkd.in/eeVg69m9 👈. #WorldTeachersDay #UNICEF #Lebanon Justus Kamwesigye, Jamil El Khoury, Lama Ghanem, Tamara Nassereddine, Hideyuki Tsuruoka, Myriam Van Parijs, Mercy Kolok, Kerry Albright, Robert McCouch