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Zawya
5 hours ago
- Zawya
Educators Trained on identifying and addressing School-Related Gender Based Violence (SRGBV)
Educators from over 20 African Union Member States are currently participating in a capacity-building workshop on School-Related Gender-Based Violence (SRGBV), taking place in Yaoundé under the theme: 'Empowering Educators to End SRGBV through Teacher Leadership and Advocacy'. The training is to be held from July 28–31, 2025, in Yaoundé, Cameroon. The four-day training aims to deepen participants' understanding of SRGBV and equip them with practical skills to design learner-centred activities that integrate SRGBV prevention and response strategies. By the end of the workshop, participants are expected to serve as trainers within both pre-service and in-service teacher education programs, extending the impact across national education systems. In her opening remarks, Mrs. Simone Yankey, Coordinator of the African Union International Centre for Girls and Women's Education in Africa (AU CIEFFA), emphasised the pivotal role of educators in creating safe learning environments: 'Educators are vital agents of change. You are the custodians of safe and nurturing learning spaces and advocates for the rights of our children. This training goes beyond prevention—it provides tools to ensure safety and offer psychosocial support to both learners and teachers.' Mr. Ndissara Philemon, General Inspector Coordinator for Teachers' Training at Cameroon's Ministry of Secondary Education, welcomed participants on behalf of the Minister. He reaffirmed Cameroon's commitment to promoting safe schools and closing gender gaps in education. Globally, an estimated 246 million children experience violence in and around schools each year, according to UNICEF. SRGBV remains a major barrier to learning, particularly for girls, affecting school attendance, academic performance, and overall well-being. Professor Jean Koulidiati, Rector of the Pan African University, highlighted the importance of collective responsibility: 'If we all take responsibility and give violence prevention the priority it deserves, we can turn risks into opportunities.' Dr. Said Ould A. Voffal of UNESCO asserted the organization's commitment to ensuring the safety of all students, especially girls, who are disproportionately affected by physical violence. SRGBV has been linked to increased absenteeism, school dropouts, and poor learning outcomes. Addressing it is essential to achieving inclusive and equitable quality education across Africa. H.E. Prof. Sarah Anyang Agbor, President of Cameroon office of the Forum for African Women Educationalists (FAWE), shared key milestones achieved by FAWE in reducing SRGBV and advancing girls' education through its national chapters. During the opening, Mrs. Yankey officially presented the award trophy to the Cameroonian authorities in recognition of their efforts in launching the #AfricaEducatesHer Campaign in the country. The Teachers' Capacity Building workshop is jointly organised by AU CIEFFA, the UNESCO International Institute for Capacity Building in Africa (IICBA) and FAWE, reflecting a strong partnership to empower educators and promote gender equality in education. Distributed by APO Group on behalf of African Union (AU).
Times of Oman
5 hours ago
- General
- Times of Oman
46 specialised centres ready to adjust academic programmes for students in unified admission
Muscat: The Ministry of Education has provided 46 specialised technical support centres for General Education Diploma students to modify their academic programmes in the Unified Admission system, with services continuing until Thursday evening. These centres aim to assist students during the critical phase of adjusting their academic programmes in the Unified Admission electronic system—a pivotal stage that requires careful decision-making and awareness of available options. Fatima Khalfan Al Fori, Assistant Director of Curriculum and Career Guidance, stated that these centres are geographically distributed across all governorates of the Sultanate of Oman, ensuring easy access for all students, whether inside the country or studying abroad. She added that the centers aim to empower students to make informed academic decisions by providing technical and advisory support, facilitating smooth and accurate use of the electronic registration and modification system. Al Fori explained that these efforts were not spontaneous but followed a comprehensive preparatory phase, including careful selection of centre locations, nomination of participating specialists, and equipping facilities with devices, computers, and internet access to ensure effective service delivery for students and their guardians. She noted that 158 department heads, supervisors, and career guidance specialists—who volunteered during the summer break—are delivering these services, strategically distributed to ensure comprehensive coverage across educational governorates. The locations of these centers were announced through various media and digital platforms to ensure all eligible students are informed, raising awareness about the importance of this stage and the need for precise academic programme selection. Services at these centers include responding to student and parent inquiries about registration, the process of arranging academic programs in the electronic system—whether in person, by phone, or through communication groups—as well as individualised career consultations to guide students based on their academic inclinations. Additionally, the centres assist in resolving technical issues encountered during modification or submission, monitor updates on academic programs and new specialisations, and coordinate with the Higher Education Admission Centre specialists when immediate support is needed for exceptional cases. This stage is among the most sensitive in the registration and admission process, requiring students to thoroughly review the student guide, understand programme requirements, and ensure sufficient program options are entered—enhancing their chances of securing a suitable seat while minimizing missed opportunities due to improper prioritization. Through these ongoing efforts, the Ministry of Education reaffirms its steadfast commitment to providing supportive and effective educational services to students during critical phases, enabling them to make informed decisions that reflect quality guidance and lay the foundation for successful academic futures in higher education institutions, both within and outside the Sultanate of Oman.
Borneo Post
7 hours ago
- Business
- Borneo Post
Sarawak rolls out special cash aid for tertiary students, RM50.4 mln allocated
Abang Johari (fourth left) shows the S Pay Global app on his phone to some Sarawakian students attending the ceremony in Kuala Lumpur today. – Photo by Sarawak Public Communications Unit KUCHING (July 30): The Sarawak government has allocated RM50.4 million for the Special Financial Aid (BKK) to support Sarawakian students pursuing higher education during its launch in Kuala Lumpur today. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg during the launch announced that each eligible student will receive RM1,200, disbursed in two phases of RM600 per semester via the S Pay Global platform. Open to all Sarawakian students regardless of household income, the BKK aims to ease the financial burden on families and help students focus on their academic journey. The aid is expected to benefit around 42,000 Sarawakian students currently enrolled in institutions of higher learning nationwide. 'The Sarawak government under Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) has delivered on its promise. This shows that we care, not only about the students as Sarawakians, but because we are a government that is genuinely concerned about the future of our state,' said Abang Johari. Also at the ceremony here were Deputy Prime Minister Dato Sri Fadillah Yusof; Sarawak Minister for Education, Innovation and Talent Development, Dato Sri Roland Sagah Wee Inn; Works Minister Dato Sri Alexander Nanta Linggi; Sarawak State Secretary Datuk Amar Mohamad Abu Bakar Marzuki; Sarawak Attorney-General Dato Sri Saferi Ali; and other dignitaries. The Premier described the BKK as part of a larger strategy to empower youth through education and enhance Sarawak's global economic competitiveness. 'This assistance is provided regardless of students' backgrounds. We want to cultivate a generation that is knowledgeable, competitive and ready to seize opportunities not just within Sarawak, but internationally,' he said. Abang Johari also stressed the importance of preparing Sarawak's youth to become globally competent professionals in an increasingly borderless economic landscape. 'This is a strategic form of assistance. We have bright Sarawakian students who are intellectually capable and can pursue studies that are relevant to current global economic developments,' he said. He further noted that application numbers are expected to increase and reaffirmed the state's commitment to introducing more student-focused initiatives in the future. Introduced as part of Abang Johari's winding-up speech during the Sarawak State Legislative Assembly sitting in November last year, the assistance was initially targeted at students from households with a per capita income of RM1,500 or below. However, the eligibility has since been broadened to include all full-time diploma and bachelor's degree students with Sarawakian status, regardless of socioeconomic background. Meanwhile, Sarawak Minister for Education, Innovation and Talent Development, Dato Sri Roland Sagah Wee Inn, in his speech said the aid is designed not only to ease students' financial pressures but also to motivate them to excel in their studies. A second application phase will open in September, catering to newly enrolled students and those who missed the initial round. Abang Johari BKK financial aid tertiary education
The Hill
14 hours ago
- Politics
- The Hill
Pete Buttigieg says Dems are too attached to a ‘failing' status quo
In a recent interview with NPR, Pete Buttigieg shared some powerful thoughts about where the Democratic Party — and the country — needs to go from here. He made a compelling point: it's not enough to just fix what Donald Trump broke. Instead, Buttigieg argues, Democrats have to go further. They need to reimagine the entire system so that it actually works for people today. It's a wake-up call. For years, Buttigieg has pushed the idea that the government needs more than a fresh coat of paint — it needs a full renovation. In his conversation on 'Morning Edition,' Buttigieg highlighted a few critical points. 'Democrats have been slow to understand the changes in how people get their information,' he said. 'Slow to understand some of the cultural changes that have been happening and — maybe most problematic of all — too attached to a status quo that has been failing us for a long time.' And that's really the crux of it. There's a gap between the way the party sees the world and how everyday Americans are experiencing it. Buttigieg is saying out loud what many have been whispering: the old ways of doing things just aren't cutting it anymore. He went on to say: 'Right now, you've got an administration that is burning down many of the institutions that we have in this country, which is wrong. It is also wrong to imagine that we should have just kept everything going along the way it was. If our politics, our economy and our culture were healthy, the rise of a figure like Donald Trump would have never happened in the first place.' He's not just criticizing Trump—he's challenging Democrats, too. Buttigieg is pointing to something deeper: that the system itself hasn't been working for a long time. And pretending we can go back to 'normal' just isn't going to cut it. Instead of just repairing departments like Education or USAID, he is pushing for transformation. He wants these institutions to be more modern, more accountable, and more connected to the real needs of today's America. But it's not just about structure. It's about trust. Buttigieg is warning that public faith in government has eroded — and that's opened the door for conspiracy theories, misinformation, and extreme politics. If Democrats want to win people back, they have to stop avoiding the hard questions and start making bold, meaningful changes. In the end, Buttigieg's message is simple but urgent: the Democratic Party has to evolve. That means letting go of what no longer works and being brave enough to build something new. It's about tuning in to how people live now — how they get their news, who they trust, what they need — and designing a government that reflects that. Looking ahead to 2028 and beyond, this could be a real blueprint for Democrats. Buttigieg isn't asking them to look back; he's challenging them to look forward — with open eyes, open ears, and the courage to truly listen to the people they're supposed to represent.
Express Tribune
19 hours ago
- Politics
- Express Tribune
Government appoints acting HEC chief
The federal government has appointed Secretary Education Nadeem Mahbub as the acting chairman of Higher Education Commission since Dr Mukhtar Ahmed's term has ended. The Ministry of Education has issued an official notification of the appointment which specifies that the appointment of Nadeem Mahbub will be for three months or until the appointment of a permanent chairman of HEC. Nadeem Mahbub is also a member of the HEC Commission and on this basis, the Prime Minister has appointed him as the acting chairman under sub-clause 3 of Section 8 of the HEC Act. According to sources, the former chairman of HEC made various appointments and transfers yesterday. Mahbub will assume the responsibilities of the Chairman HEC today along with the Secretary Education.
