International Day of Education 2025: Digital solutions for equitable education systems

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The 2025 International Day of Education inspires reflectionson the power of education to equip individuals and communities navigate, understand and influence technological advancement. This year the focus is “AI and Education: Preserving Agency in a World of Automation.”

Digital technologies are permeating education at unprecedented speed and scale. The possibilities of using digital solutions to enhance teaching and learning, and to revolutionize educational processes bring opportunities and challenges. On #EducationDay, we explore how countries can leverage digital solutions to build equitable, relevant, and resilient education systems with a positive impact on learning outcomes. 

Empowering Adolescent Girls: The Agency to Navigate Digital Technologies

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Jan 22, 2025 — Global experts discussed how digital technologies can bridge the gender divide, the potential risks they present for adolescent girls, and the critical role that education and digital literacy can play in mitigating those risks. The discussion highlighted effective practices and innovative solutions to empower adolescent girls to harness technology responsibly.

  • The World BankLuis Benveniste, Global Director, Education Global Practice, World Bank
  • The World BankAntara Ganguli, Director, United Nations Girls’ Education Initiative (UNGEI)
  • The World BankShungu Gwarinda, Executive Director (Afr), Campaign for Female Education (CAMFED)…
  • The World BankEmanuela Di Gropello, Manager, Gender Group, World Bank
  • The World BankSharada Srinivasan, Economist, Digital Vice Presidency, World Bank
  • The World BankMaria Barron, EdTech Specialist, World Bank
  • The World BankTom Vandenbosch, Global Director of Programs, VVOB – Education for Development

PUBLICATION: Digital Pathways for Education: Enabling Greater Impact for All

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EVENT: Report Launch | January 29, 2025 | 8:00 – 9:30 AM EST

How can countries leverage digital solutions to build equitable, relevant, and resilient education systems with a positive impact on learning outcomes? The event and publication address what policymakers can do when undertaking digital transformation reforms in education and skills development systems.