The 4th Education Working Group (EdWG) meeting in Pune, Maharashtra will be held from June 20th to 21st, 2023, and will witness the participation of 85 delegates from G-20 member countries, guest countries and organizations such as OECD, UNESCO and UNICEF. Additionally, Ministers from 15 countries have confirmed their attendance for the Education Ministers’ gathering on June 22, 2023, along with senior representatives from UNICEF, OECD and UNESCO.
The panel discussions will see participation of delegates from Spain, Australia, UAE, Indonesia, South Africa, USA, China, UK, and multilateral organizations like OECD and UNICEF.
A multimedia exhibition will also be held from June 17, showcasing best practices in education, FLN, digital initiatives, research and skill development. Over 100 exhibitors, including UNICEF, NSDC, NCERT, National Book Trust, Indian Knowledge Systems Division (IKS) and startup initiatives will present their contributions.
CBSE is also participating in this exhibition and has put up stalls on its initiatives for promoting Skilling in Schools, Digital Initiatives and Future of Work. It will be open to local institutions, students, academicians and researchers from June 17 – 22, 2023, except on 19th June.
As a run up to the main event, the seminar, themed “Ensuring Foundational Literacy and Numeracy, especially in the context of Blended Learning,” will be held on June 19th, 2023, at Savitribai Phule Pune University.
Numerous activities, including Janbhagidari events, workshop, exhibitions, seminars and conferences have already been initiated from from 1st June, 2023.These are being held at State, District, Block, Panchayat, school level and higher education level to involve people from all strata of life in the run up to the fourth Education Working Group Meeting of G20.
Jan Bhagidari events were led by Kendriya Vidyalayas, higher education institutes, NCERT and Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas. The conference will help identify and discuss the best practices states are adopting in creating an environment that facilitates foundational literacy and numeracy in young learners. It will witness participation from the Education Departments of all States & UTs in India, Knowledge Partners of the Government of India, UNESCO & UNICEF and civil society agencies.
G20 Delegates will also participate in cultural events and dinners, showcasing Pune’s vibrant cultural elements and thriving culinary scene. Additionally, excursions, such as a Heritage Walk of Pune City and International Day of Yoga celebrations will provide participants with opportunities to experience the rich heritage and traditions of Pune. The Education Ministers will be taken on a heritage tour of the Shaniwar Wada, post conclusion of the Education Ministers’ meeting on June 22, 2023.
