International Webinar on “Empowering Women through Lifelong Learning: The Role of Women’s Leadership in Learning Cities” to Be Held
As part of UNESCO’s Global Network of Learning Cities’ global webinar series, “Unlocking the Potential of Lifelong Learning,” the webinar “Empowering Women through Lifelong Learning: The Role of Women’s Leadership in Learning Cities” will be held on Wednesday, 16 September 2026.
This webinar aims to strengthen lifelong learning opportunities and advance gender justice in cities by examining the role of women’s leadership at various levels, from community-based initiatives to local management and governance. The event will present inspiring examples and practical approaches from UNESCO Learning Cities, highlighting women’s contributions to shaping inclusive lifelong learning policies and programs.
The webinar will focus on formal and non-formal learning environments, including community-based initiatives, collaboration between educational and social institutions, and measures to support women’s participation and leadership in society.
Local initiatives focused on promoting lifelong learning for women and girls and empowering them to act as agents of change in areas such as climate action, digital innovation and entrepreneurship will also be among the topics addressed during the webinar.
Experts and representatives from several Learning Cities will also share their experiences and perspectives on creating an enabling environment for women’s participation in learning processes and urban leadership.
Interested participants can attend the webinar online via Zoom by registering here. The webinar will take place from 14:30 to 15:30 Iran time.
