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Charles Boamah, Senior Vice President, African Development Bank discussing with Kofi Atta Annan, Former Secretary-General, United Nations, and Founder and Chairman, Kofi Annan Foundation during the Dinner with the Special Panel on Accelerating the Implementation of the TYS through the High 5s on Day 2 of AfDB's Annual Meetings 2016 on May 24, 2016, at the Mulungushi International Conference Centre in Lusaka, Zambia.
Loja, 21 de junio 2013 - Entrega de implementos deportivos e inauguración de los Juegos Escolares de la Revolución en el coliseo Santiago Fernández del colegio Técnico Daniel Álvarez Burneo, en Loja.
25 September 2015 -- Mogens Lykketoft, President of UN General Assembly at High level reception on SDG implementation
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This implement will provide a safe way of removing small trees from the banks and even with the river with anyone having to work close to the water's edge.
The equipment is standing on the banks of the River Ouzel in Linslade. According to the sign writing on the backs of the excavators they belong to the Bedford Group of Drainage Boards.
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Ukraine's Internal Resilience Plan consists of ten points: "Unity", "Front", "Armament", "Money", "Energy", "Security", "Communities", "Human Capital", "Cultural Sovereignty" and "Heroes Policy". President Volodymyr Zelenskyy presented the contents of the plan in his speech at the Verkhovna Rada.
The first point – “Unity”. According to the Head of State, without unity, the necessary results of the Victory Plan cannot be achieved.
“The world may sometimes turn a deaf ear to individual voices, but never to an entire nation that knows what it wants, works together, and knows how to achieve its goals,” the Head of State noted.
In particular, it is thanks to unity that Ukraine has achieved the highest level of closeness with the EU and NATO for the entire period of its independence. The President urged everyone in the country to act with maximum speed in adopting and implementing the decisions necessary for Ukraine to become the fastest country to join the European Union.
"The right of Ukraine to NATO membership is also of vital importance to all of us. Ukraine will be in the Alliance. It will if we continue to engage with the Alliance in unity – all of Ukraine as one. This is the only way nations are not rejected,” Volodymyr Zelenskyy added.
The second point – “Front”. It provides for specific measures to stabilize the front, enhance the technological capabilities of Ukraine’s Defense Forces, simplify processes and overcome bureaucracy within the army.
“Changing approaches to personnel management in the Armed Forces of Ukraine and the National Guard of Ukraine, as well as spreading the best management practices applied in some units to all other elements of Ukraine's Defense and Security Forces, is a central task of our country's defense policy,” the President noted.
The third point – “Armament”. It refers to expanding domestic production of guns and artillery shells, missiles, and drones in cooperation with partners. According to Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Ukrainian armament is one of the foundations of independence.
“There is no doubt that simply increasing production is not enough for us. We need to surpass Russia in technology. Currently, we are often looking for answers to their technological solutions. Unfortunately, they have them. We need them to look for answers to our technological solutions,” the Head of State stressed.
The fourth point – “Money”. It is about building a new economic policy based on supporting Ukrainian entrepreneurship, de-shadowing of business and ensuring its security, as well as reducing the pressure from all state institutions.
“This is the kind of economic policy that can lead Ukraine to sustainable economic growth, sufficient coverage of Ukraine's defense needs, and preservation of human capital, through the ability of Ukrainians to realize themselves and their aspirations in Ukraine. This will not happen without a strong economy. And a strong economy is impossible without respect for entrepreneurship and entrepreneurs,” Volodymyr Zelenskyy explained.
The fifth point – “Energy”. It provides for the protection of energy facilities, measures to improve energy efficiency and rational resource consumption. It also includes efforts to create the conditions for Ukraine to become an energy hub.
“Overall, the energy point of the Resilience Plan will be detailed through various annexes – both classified and public – that together will form a clear energy roadmap for Ukraine for the coming years,” the President emphasized.
The sixth point – “Security”. It focuses on internal security, which includes the implementation of a new nationwide security system: Safe Region, Safe City, Safe Community. It also includes measures to strengthen the state border, and extensive work on the construction and reconstruction of shelters.
“Strengthening Ukraine's state border, training Ukrainians in civil defense and first aid, and deploying a system of basic military training are long-term necessities. This is not about fear. It is about confidence and peace of mind,” Volodymyr Zelenskyy noted.
The seventh point – “Communities”. It is based on creating a highly effective system of governance within communities, especially those that have received internally displaced persons and relocated businesses. This point also envisages an increase in the international component of the work – cooperation with countries that have taken patronage over certain Ukrainian regions or cities. In addition, it provides for the establishment of special tax conditions for communities in border regions.
“We must not forget our communities that are currently in temporarily occupied territories. We will not forget them. Ukraine must be prepared at all levels to restore control over its entire territory at the right time and through the right actions. And bring back our people,” the President stressed.
The eighth point – “Human Capital”. It includes several annexes based on Ukraine's new housing recovery policy and the national standard for accessibility. A separate annex focuses on a new approach to the education of Ukrainian children living abroad. This point of the Plan also provides for the modernization of social policy, including the healthcare system, and the development of cooperation between the state and the Church.
In addition, this point offers concrete solutions for preserving human capital: the creation of an institute of multiple citizenships, the reboot of diplomatic service, and free meals for all schoolchildren. A special central executive body, the Ministry of Ukrainian Unity, will also be created to address the needs of the global Ukrainian community.
“We must create all the conditions necessary for Ukrainians – wherever they may be – to truly identify as Ukrainians, to work in Ukraine, with Ukraine, for Ukraine, to maintain a genuine and strong emotional bond with our state, with the entire Ukrainian nation, with its achievements and goals,” the Head of State noted.
The ninth point – “Cultural Sovereignty”. It provides for the establishment of a broad cultural coalition and, in particular, the implementation of a “Cultural Ramstein” format, the development of cultural diplomacy to promote Ukrainian narratives through cultural and artistic projects abroad. It also envisages the creation of an event calendar for Ukrainian culture in all regions of the world in order to systematically support Ukrainian content. In addition, it aims to create modern cultural spaces and improve cultural infrastructure.
“And the most obvious. The deliberate and systematic creation of our own Ukrainian content. Content capable of fully replacing Russian content. This involves investments in the creation of Ukrainian cultural products for different social groups and age categories, especially for our children. This is a matter of both resilience and our security now and in the future. We must outplay Russia in this sphere,” Volodymyr Zelenskyy pointed out.
The tenth point – “Heroes Policy.” According to the President, this point is perhaps the most morally significant one.
Its implementation should regulate the transition from military service to veteran status. It contains five specific annexes. The first, on the health and rehabilitation of veterans, provides special conditions for defenders. The second is related to the completion of preparatory work for launching the Veteran Assistant Program. The third is aimed at creating a network of veterans spaces in each region of Ukraine. The fourth is focused on the introduction of economic and social support programs for veterans, including assistance in the purchase of housing. The fifth focuses on educational initiatives for veterans and their children.
“Everything should provide an institutional guarantee that the state and society are always with the veteran and his or her family. And this must be fully and systematically implemented,” Volodymyr Zelenskyy emphasized.
The complete Internal Resilience Plan for Ukraine with all its annexes will be presented this December. According to the President, the document will ultimately become the first Ukrainian doctrine aimed to lead Ukraine from war to peace.
We caught a taxi early one morning to get to the fish market before 6:00 a.m. It was a humming, bustling place. Little motor vehicles were zipping around, and woe be to any tourist that stepped in their path. According to author T.R. Reid this market imports from 60 countries and moves about 5 million pounds of seafood per DAY! There were things wiggling around that I have no idea what to name.
Launch Conference
Regional Platform to Fast-Track the Implementation of the United Nations Convention against Corruption (UNCAC) in Central America
Roatán, Honduras;
25-27 April 2023
15 March 2017, Joint EC/CoR Workshop on the State of Implementation of Sustainable Urban Development & Integrated Territorial Investment
Belgium - Brussels - March 2017
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Keti Medarova-Bergstrom, Project adviser H2020 Eco-innovation, Executive Agency for Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises (EASME), European Commission: Presentation of examples on H2020 projects in the area of eco-innovation and circular economy
Village Jagir Araji, Banailipatti Block, Dist, Supaul, Bihar, INDIA.
Member of Village Disaster Management Committee (VDMC) displays medical first aid kit in Supaul, one of the worst flood-affected districts in Bihar Province. Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) programme, is a part of the over all objective of the Community Based Disaster Risk Reduction (CBDRR) program. UNICEF's Community Based Disaster Risk Reduction (CBDRR) programme started in 2009 and now covers 255 villages and 155 schools in eight flood-prone districts mostly in northern Bihar. Of 38 districts in the state 28 are flood prone. Earth quakes are also common, five districts being in seismic zone V and 21 in zone IV. The programme, implemented by seven NGO partners, not only empowers schools and communities in identifying risks it also assists them in initiating disaster risk reduction (DRR) measures and linking them to government programmes. UNICEF India/2012/Dhiraj Singh.
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Dr. Akinwumi Adesina, President, African Development Bank Group discussing with Harinder Kohli, Founding Director, President, and CEO of Centennial Group International during the Dinner with the Special Panel on Accelerating the Implementation of the TYS through the High 5s on Day 2 of AfDB's Annual Meetings 2016 on May 24, 2016, at the Mulungushi International Conference Centre in Lusaka, Zambia.
Vincent Nmehielle, Secretary-General, African Development Bank; and the delegates during the Annual Meetings 2017 - Day 2 - Special Panel on Accelerating Implementation of the Bank’s Ten Years Strategy with the High 5s Agenda and on the ADF Policy Lab on May 23, 2017, at Mahatma Mandir Exhibition-cum-Convention Centre in Ahmedabad, India.
On Saturday, April 21 sixteen students from two Newark schools launched three canoes in the Passaic River, culminating a three-month program presented by Project USE. The Boat Building Project was our first effort to combine standard curriculum (math, physics, history, etc.) and experiential learning. With almost 100 people in attendance, including families, teachers, foundation supporters, and even a Newark city councilman, the students representing North Star Academy Charter School of Newark and Link Community School floated their vessels from the edge of Riverbank Park. The event was part of a larger Earth Day celebration, and some of the students participated in a park clean up prior to the launching.
This pilot program will be replicated in schools throughout New Jersey in the coming years.
Please contact us at mbagley@projectuse.org if you are interested in implementing a Boat Building Project within your school. You can also find out more about our organization by visiting our website: www.projectuse.org
18 June 2014, Smart Specialisation Strategies: Implementing European Partnerships
Belgium - Brussels - June 2014
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Network engineers implement Installation as a Docking Station into the Fort Gordon, Ga., installation network, which gives the brigade the capabilities to monitor communication assets at Fort Gordon, Fort Bragg, N.C.; Joint Base Lewis-McChord Wash., and throughout the globe during the brigade field training exercise, May 13, 2013. Soldiers enhanced communication capabilities of the brigade, and increased their technical proficiency during the event. (Photo by Capt. Devon Thomas, 35th Signal Brigade Public Affairs)
Convention & Eductour Vita Nova 2011: un'occasione speciale per tutti
Con l'attivo supporto dei consulenti di Idea Turismo, il Consorzio Vita Nova Trentino Wellness presenta le foto delle Convention degli associati.
I progetti avviati nel corso del 2011 sono stati tanti, il rinnovamento nelle strategie e nell'operatività dell'attività di marketing e di controllo della qualità è andato avanti ed ha portato cambiamenti significativi in campo di promozione e sviluppo del prodotto turistico wellness.
Inaugurando la fase conclusiva dei lavori di quest'anno la Convention è stato un momento per raccogliere e presentare i risultati ottenuti, illustrare e condividere le proposte più interessanti per l'orientamento futuro. La Convention Vita Nova 2011 si è tenuta nell'ambito di un più ampio Eductour durante il quale è stato possibile conoscere le realtà più brillanti del panorama alberghiero altoatesino, da sempre punto di riferimento nel campo dell'innovazione. Le strutture coinvolte sono state l'ALPINA DOLOMITES - Health Lodge & SPA Alpe di Siusi, membro dei prestigiosi "Healing Hotels of the World" e il THEINER'S GARTEN - Bio Vitalhotel di Gargazzone, il primo ClimaHotel in Europa che ha fatto della eco-sostenibilità la principale strategia di differenziazione.
Il programma prevedeva due giornate di incontri, martedì 15 e mercoledì 16 novembre, durante le quali gli associati hanno potuto conoscere i titolari e la loro filosofia, visitare le strutture, usufruire dei servizi e vivere in prima persona un'esperienza turistica di eccellenza.
Nella Convention Vita Nova è stato presentato lo stato di avanzamento dei progetti intrapresi durante l'anno sociale ed il riscontro ottenuto dalle attività di marketing, valorizzazione del marchio e potenziamento della qualità.
Particolare rilievo è stato dato all'illustrazione della nuova strategia di social media marketing, implementata attraverso la piattaforma Trentino Wellness Blog e la programmazione di Blogger Trip, che fa del Consorzio la prima realtà turistica in ambito provinciale, regionale e nazionale ad aver messo in campo gli strumenti più innovativi della promozione turistica web.
About Dr.Mihir Kumar Panda, Ph.D,D.Litt,, innovator
World’s only achiever of large number of World Record for 10,000 Teaching Aids & innovations
Founder & Co-ordinator General, ‘SROSTI’ (Social Development research Organisation for Science, technology & Implementation)
Collaborator Vijnana Bana Ashram
Bahanaga, Baleshwar, Odisha, India-756042
Website : simpleinnovationproject.com
E-Mail- : mihirpandasrosti@gmail.com
Face Book link:https://www.facebook.com/mihirpandasrosti
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Dr.Mihir Kumar Panda, an Educational, Societal and Scientific Innovator has established an NGO 'SROSTI' at Bahanaga, Balasore,Odisha,India
Dr. panda has innovated/invented more than 10,000 (ten thousand) teaching aids and different innovations and he has more than 30,000 (Thirty thousand) ideas to make scientific and mathematical models.
His creations are very essential guide for school and college science exhibitions, innovative learning and play way method for the teachers and students, science activists, innovators, craftsmen, farmers, masons, physically challenged persons, common men, entrepreneurs and industrialists.
He is popularizing science through song, innovative demonstrations and motivational speech since 1990 in different parts of Odisha state without taking any fees.
Dr. Panda is an extreme motivational speaker in science and possess magical scientific demonstration and a crowd puller.
Innovator Mihir Kumar Panda loves nature and in his agricultural farm he does not uses the chemicals , fertilizers and pesticides. In his farm even the smallest creatures like snakes, caterpillar, white ants, worms ,vermies are in peace and are managed successfully not to do harm.
Dr. Panda is an Educationist, an environmentalist, a poet for science popularization, a good orator, a best resource person to train others in specific field of science and engineering.
The uniqueness of Simple Innovation and scientific activities and achievements ofDr. Panda can not be assessed without visiting his laboratory which is a living wonder in the realm of science.
From a small cake cutter to mechanical scissor, from a play pump to rickshaw operated food grain spreader and from a village refrigerator to a multi-purpose machine, thousands of such inventions and innovations are proof of Dr. Panda's brilliance.
From a tube well operated washing machine to weight sensitive food grain separator, from a password protected wardrobe to automatic screen, from a Dual face fan to electricity producing fan are example of few thousands of innovations and inventions of Mihir Kumar Panda.
Dr.Mihir Kumar Panda though bestowed to a popular name as Einstein of Odisha is obliviously treated as Thomas Alva Edison of India.
Dr. Panda's residential house also resembles a museum with scientific innovations of different shapes and sizes stacked in every nook and cranny which proves his scientific involvement in personal life.
Innovator Panda believes that , the best thing a child can do with a toy to break it. he also believes that by Educating child in his/her choice subject/ passion a progressive nation can be built.
The shelf made scientist Dr. Panda believes that Education is a life long process whose scope is far greater than school curriculum. The moulding of models/ innovations done by hand always better than the things heard and the facts incorporated in the books.
With no agricultural background, Dr. Panda has developed unique natural bonsai in his Vijnana Bana Ashram which also shows path for earning just by uprooting and nurturing the plants which are found to be small and thumb in nature.
Dr. Panda's Scientific Endeavour and research is no doubt praise worthy. One cannot but believe his dedicated effort in simple innovation laboratory.
Social service, innovation/ inventions, writing, free technology to students for preparation of science exhibition projects, free technology to common men for their sustainability, preparation of big natural bonsai, technology for entrepreneurs and industrialists for innovative item are few works of Mihir Kumar Panda after his Government service.
. To overcome the difficulties of science and math, explanation in classes, innovator Panda has created few thousands of educational, societal and scientific innovations which helps teachers and students of the country and abroad.
Dr. Panda believes that though inventions/innovation has reached under thousands and thousands deep in the sea and high up in the space. It has reached on moon and mars, but unfortunately the sustainable inventions/innovation has not properly gone to the tiny tots and common people.
Dr. Panda is amazing and wizard of innovations and works with a principle the real scientist is he, who sees the things simply and works high.
Dr.Mihir Kumar Panda's work can be explained in short
Sports with Science from Dawn to Dusk
Struggle some life- science in words and action
Triumphs of Science - Science at foot path
Hilarious dream in midst scarcity
A life of innovator de-avoided of Advertisement.
FELICITATIONS, AWARDS, HONOURS & RECORDS
* 200+ Felicitation and Awards from different NGOs, Schools & Colleges within the State of Odisha and National level.
* 10 Nos Gold, Silver & Bronze medal from different National & International level.
*Awarded for 10,000 innovations & 30,000 ideas by Indian Science Congress Association, Govt. of India.
* Honorary Ph.D From Nelson Mandela University, United States of America
* Honorary Ph.D From Global Peace University, United States of America& India
* Honorary D.Litt From Global Peace University, United States of America& India
* Title ‘Einstein of Odisha’ by Assam Book of Records, Assam
* Title ‘Thomas Alva Edison of India’ by Anandashree Organisation, Mumbai
* Title ‘ Einstein of Odisha & Thomas Alva Edison of India’ from Bengal Book of World record.
*World Record from OMG Book of Records
*World Record from Assam Book of Records,
* World Record from World Genius Records, Nigeria
* World Record from BengalBook of Records
* National Record from Diamond Book of Records
* World Record from Asian World Records
* World Record from Champians Book of World Records
* World Record from The British World Records
* World Record from Gems Book of World Records
* World Record from India Star World Record
* World Record from Geniuses World Records
* World Record from Royal Success International Book of Records
*World Record from Supreme World Records
* World Record from Uttarpradesh World Records
*World Record from Exclusive World Records
*World Record from international Book of Records
*World Record from Incredible Book of records
* World Record from Cholan Book of World Record
* World Record from Bravo International Book of World Record
* World Record from High Range Book of World Record
* World Record from Kalam’s World Record
* World Record from Hope international World Record
* International Honours from Nigeria
* Indian icon Award from Global Records & Research Foundation (G.R.R.F.)
* International Award from USA for the year’2019 as INNOVATOR OF THE YEAR-2019
* National level Excellence Leadership Award-2020 from Anandashree Organisation, Mumbai
* Best Practical Demonstrator & Theory instructor from Collector & District Magistrate,
Balasore.
* Best Innovator Award by Bengal Book.
* Popular Indian Award by Bengal Book.
* Great man Award by Bengal Book.
* Best Indian Award by Bengal Book.
* The Man of the Era by Bengal Book.
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Dr.Mihir Ku panda awarded at indian science congress Association, Govt. of India for 10000 innovations & 30,000 ideas
Hindi Media report- Simple innovation science show for popularisation of science in free of cost by Dr.Mihir Ku Panda
Simple innovation science show for popularisation of science in free of cost in different parts of India By Dr.Mihirku Panda
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Persistent Gender Inequality in Iraq Calls for Coordinated Efforts in Developing 2nd National Action Plan on Implementing Resolution 1325
Baghdad, Iraq, 3 October 2018 – Gender inequality continues to prevail in Iraq with worrisome signals that it is deepening, requiring intensified efforts and coordination in developing a new action plan on implementing UN Security Council resolution 1325, UN Representative to Iraq Ján Kubiš said today at the high-level consultation meeting on the development of the 2nd National Action Plan. Although he was encouraged to see progress in the protection pillar and dedicated efforts to strengthen the participation pillar in the National Action Plan, the legacy of the conflict with the terrorist Da’esh continues to hamper steps forward and there are other worrying signs of women being targeted.
Mr. Kubiš condemned the recent attacks against women, including the assassination of two women and the sudden death of two others in the past month, all of them active in political and social spheres. Other civil society activists including women are targeted by social media and political threat campaign, among others for their contacts with foreign embassies. This is unacceptable.
“Only once politically and socially active women are protected and safe, Iraq can claim to be making real progress towards women’s equality and empowerment,” he said.
The development of a new NAP with all the diversity and complexity of issues will require continuous coordination and collaboration across sectors, in particular involving civil society, and drawing from the lessons learned from the previous plan, the Special Representative said.
“By making your deliberations open to the society, by publicly broadcasting them you could mobilise even broader support for your objectives,” Mr. Kubiš said.
The Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General for Iraq noted with disappointment that political forces that negotiate the formation of the government do so, again without the participation of women. “We all need to ask: “when the political leaders intend to deliver on their pledges to empower women and advance their rights as a part of the democratic entitlement of all Iraqis thus strengthening equal representation and inclusiveness? The time is now. Otherwise, all the exclamations about commitment to equality of women and values of democracy continue to sound hollow.”
Mr. Kubiš outlined UN efforts in support of women empowerment, noting that UNAMI supports women parliamentarians in their quest to establish a cross-political women’s parliamentary caucus. UNAMI will continue to impress on Political Parties who are key to advancing the participation of women in all processes to include women in their leadership structures, urging men advocates to assume a more prominent role, and parliamentarians to consider gender responsive budget in the next budget law to enhance the implementation of the NAP. The UN will also continue to advocate for the establishment of a dedicated institution in the next government structure with budget and authority to coordinate the implementation of the NAP and national frameworks and policies on WPS.
The UN in Iraq will also mobilise support of the broader international community, including through the International Gender Group from among embassies here in Baghdad, Mr. Kubiš concluded.
Photos by UNAMI PIO.
Agahi to implement the Nokia-UNESCO Mobile Learning initiative to deliver quality education to teachers
Nokia Pakistan and UNESCO collaborate to launch Mobile Learning for Teacher’s in Pakistan using Nokia Education Delivery App to facilitate teacher training via mobile phones
Nokia Pakistan and UNESCO Islamabad launched the project “Mobile Learning Project for Teacher’s Professional Development” today as formal collaboration in the presence of senior government officials, Nokia representatives and UNESCO representatives. As part of this program, UNESCO and Nokia are joining hands, where Nokia is providing its mobile phones and its application “Nokia Education Delivery (NED) for UNESCO’s project on ‘use of ICT for professional development of public school teachers’ in remote areas.
Since 2011 NED has turned into an open source solution to improve livelihoods, and in order to support such mobile learning innovations to be filled with life in Pakistan, The project will be implemented by AGAHI, a UNESCO partner and a non-profit foundation working in the area of communication and media policy design.
Nokia developed NED to allow using a mobile phone to access and download videos and other educational materials from a constantly updated education library. Operating in hundreds of schools and having reached millions of students in the Philippines, Tanzania, Chile and Colombia, Nokia Education Delivery has been shown to improve study results and increase retention among students.
This collaboration is part of the agreement signed last year between UNESCO and Nokia at international level to promote the use of mobile technologies to further the objectives of “Education for All”. As part of this agreement Nokia is developing applications and new Mobile technologies offering access to information and enrich learning environments at global level.
In Pakistan, through the project “Mobile Learning for Teachers” Nokia’s Education Delivery application will help UNESCO to enable the delivery of high- quality educational materials to teachers who lack training and resources though mobile phones giving an opportunity to teachers to train themselves on the same level as professionally competent teachers.
Speaking about the project, UNESCO Director, Kozue Kai Nagata said, “In 21st century Public- private partnerships are enjoying growing attention and support as a new and sustainable modality for development. We are confident to collaborate with Nokia to provide us with the best platform to train public school teachers. Nokia Education Delivery is fit to match our need of delivering quality training to a large number of public school teachers across Pakistan through the project named “Mobile Learning for Teachers”
Amir Jahangir, President AGAHI and a Young Global Leader of the World Economic Forum, shared his views on the launch that “Pakistan is a knowledge starved country, where universal education has its own challenges. To meet the target of the Millennium Development Goals (MDG) on education, Pakistan needs to address its education challenges through innovation and technology which can reach to a larger population with cost effective solutions”.
Speaking about the launch of NED program, Ulrike Vott Nokia Sustainability Manager for Middle East said, “Nokia Education Delivery facilitates education in a fun and interactive way. In addition to the NED software, Nokia offers program implementation support for the benefit of Pakistan’s education landscape.” The Nokia Education Delivery software system has two modules. The first module is installed on a Nokia mobile phone and contains a browse able catalog of educational videos. The second module is installed on the computer of the education administrator. It manages the organization’s mobile video library, so that videos can be added, deleted and updated. It also provides information on the usage of different videos.”
This unique pilot project for Pakistan has been initiated by UNESCO and AGAHI aims at using Mobile phones as medium for training teachers, where the teachers in remote areas will be equipped with devices, SIMs, a software solution and high quality educational content. The course for training and capacity building will be developed into video files and will be transmitted step by step according to curriculum on the phones provided to teachers. Over the course of the training period, teachers will be tested via SMS on regular basis and as an incentive, those who will score highest in tests will receive free mobile top ups. At the end of the course, test scores of all teachers will be aggregated and the passing teachers will be awarded certificate in the final workshop.
AGAHI is UNESCO implementing partner in Pakistan. A not for profit, AGAHI specializes in creating communication, information and media policy design tools, that enables the stakeholders to engage in information collaboration on knowledge-based platforms. AGAHI works in building the capacity of knowledge workers in creating content based on best practices to disseminate information in building a more integrated knowledge ecosystem.