Many schools around the world were closed during the COVID-19 pandemic, which has reversed years of progress in education and exacerbated existing inequalities in this field. Municipalities have had to react quickly to implement digital solutions for learning. However, for many, especially vulnerable students remote learning remains hard to reach. Therefore, municipal actors need to be supported in developing strategies to close potential learning gaps and support vulnerable groups in order to prevent a "lost generation" of students.

Connective Cities cordially invites you to participate in the workshop on Education during and after the pandemic - how to prevent a "lost generation" of students on September 14, 2021 from 15:30 to 18:00 CEST. The workshop will cover the following topics:

• Good examples and challenges for digital and remote learning
• Possibilities to assist vulnerable children in filling their learning gaps

The event is aimed at international municipal actors from local governments, civil society, business and academia who wish to share their challenges and good practices in planning and implementing education initiatives.

The aim is to present municipal challenges and practical examples and to develop new solution approaches through a joint exchange. The kick-off event lays the foundation for the formation of working groups that will further develop these solutions through collective consultation and with the support of regional and international experts.

To register for the workshop and stay updated on the agenda, the announcement of speakers and further details of the session, please visit our Connective Cities Community.

We are looking forward to a valuable exchange!

Education during and after the pandemic Kick-Off Workshop

Date: Tuesday, 14^th of September 2021

Time: 15:30 – 18:00 CEST (Berlin Time)

Event Language: English (translation into German and Spanish)

If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Contact: Paulina.koschmieder(at)giz.de